Garlic Removes 14 Types of Bacteria and 13 Types of Infections
Benefits of Garlic
Garlic (Allium sativum) is a powerful natural remedy thanks to its rich content of allicin, a compound with strong antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal, and anti-inflammatory properties.
1. Antibacterial effects
Garlic can combat harmful bacteria such as:
- Escherichia coli (E. coli)
- Staphylococcus aureus
- Salmonella species
- Pseudomonas aeruginosa
…and many others, totaling up to 14 types of bacteria according to certain lab studies.
2. Antiviral & Antifungal protection
Garlic helps fight against:
- Candida yeast infections
- Cold & flu viruses
- Skin fungal infections (athlete’s foot, ringworm)
3. Immunity boost
- Stimulates white blood cell activity
- Helps reduce the severity and duration of colds and infections
How to Use Garlic for Health
1. Raw consumption (most potent)
- Crush or chop 1–2 fresh cloves and let them sit for 5–10 minutes before consuming.
- Eat with honey, or mix into salad and dips.
2. Garlic tea
- Boil 2–3 cloves of crushed garlic in a cup of water for 5–7 minutes.
- Strain, add lemon and honey, and drink warm.
3. Garlic-infused oil (for ear or skin infections)
- Crush 2 cloves, add to 2 tablespoons olive oil, and gently warm (do not boil).
- Let it infuse for 1–2 hours, strain, and apply externally to affected areas.
Recommended Dosage
- General immunity: 1–2 raw cloves per day
- Fighting infection: 3–4 raw cloves per day (split into doses)
- Garlic supplement: 600–1,200 mg aged garlic extract daily (as per product instructions)
⚠️ Cautions
- Avoid on an empty stomach if you have acid reflux or stomach ulcers.
- Excess garlic can cause bad breath, digestive upset, or allergic reactions in some people.
- Consult a doctor if you’re on blood thinners or before surgery (garlic can thin the blood).