Garlic has been used in Indian cuisine for centuries. Garlic, a treasure of health, not only enhances the taste of food but is also beneficial for the body. Garlic contains an active compound called allicin which is responsible for its medicinal properties. Eating this strengthens the immune system. Eating 2 cloves of garlic daily reduces the risk of heart attack significantly. Due to the good amount of Vitamin C, K, folate, niacin, thiamine in it, it helps in removing bad cholesterol accumulated in the body. It is very beneficial for the elderly.
Many benefits of garlic have been described in Ayurveda. Although garlic is used to enhance the taste of vegetables, many people also like to eat its chutney. Garlic is rich in nutrients like zinc, phosphorus, potassium and magnesium, which help control high blood pressure. Apart from eating garlic cloves, drinking Bumi tea with it is also beneficial for health.
- Drinking garlic tea on an empty stomach increases the body's metabolism. Apart from this, digestion also remains good.
- Consuming garlic tea does not cause stomach related problems and also provides relief from gas problem.
- Consuming it daily removes the toxins present in the body, which maintains good health.
- Consumption of garlic tea is very beneficial for cholesterol patients. It is helpful in controlling increased cholesterol levels.
- It helps in controlling blood sugar level in the body.
To make garlic tea, first peel the garlic cloves and chop them finely. – Boil 3 cups of water in a vessel. Add garlic to boiling water and boil for 5-10 minutes. – Turn off the gas and let the tea cool down a bit. After this add honey and lemon juice to the tea. By consuming garlic tea daily, the body can be protected from many diseases.