As we close out super spice February 2016, I would like to introduce you all to garlic. Spicy, flavorful and oh so good for you!
Many of enjoy garlic’s pungent flavor in cooking such as sauces, sautes and vegetable dishes. Years ago I even tried garlic ice cream; not highly recommended!
Some of the nutrient values of garlic are its phyto nutrients. It’s an excellent source of vitamins and mineral that are essential for optimal health. Garlic also contains calcium, potassium, iron, magnesium, zinc and selenium. Selenium is a heart-healthy mineral, and is an important cofactor for antioxidant enzymes within the body. Manganese is used by the body as a co-factor for the antioxidant enzyme, superoxide dismutase. Iron is required for red blood cell formation.
Medicinal uses of Garlic herb has been used since long time in many traditional Indian and Chinese medicines as a remedy for cold, cough, bronchitis, etc. Garlic oil has been used as a local applicant for “ring worm” (fungal dermatitis) infection of skin. In the modern medicine, this exotic herb is advised as health benefiting food for its anti-microbial, anti-cancer, anti-diabetic, and immune boosting and cholesterol-lowering properties.
My favorite use of garlic is in my homemade tomato sauce and sauted with onions and anything. Heart healthy and flavorful. Go grab a bulb and get cookin. Garlic, it’s where it’s at this week.
http://www.nutrition-and-you.com/garlic.html
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