Garlic

Latin description: Allium aativu.

Parts to use: Bulb.

Chemical constituents: Volatile oils, allicin, alliin, ajoene, phosphorus, magnesium, germanium, allyldisulfides, selenium, phytoncides.

Actions: Anthelmintic, anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, carminative, cholagogue, digestive, diuretic, expectorant, febrifuge, rejuvenative.

Medicinal Uses & Benefits

Metabolic regulator, expectorant, vasodilatory, antitoxic, gentle antibiotic and antiseptic. Shows antitumor activity.
May help to prevent heart disease and cancer, thought to help control leprosy.
Used for chronic bronchitis, flu, pneumonia convalescence, infections, ulcerous sores, and worms.
Used as a preventative against infectious diseases, gangrene and sepsis.
Used for bronchial and lung infections, severe gut infections, dystentary, typhoid, cholera, tuberculosis, leprosy, colds, thrush, mouth infections, dental infections, tonsillitis, throat infections, high cholesterol, arteriosclerosis, high blood pressure, susceptibility to strokes, jaundice, flatulence, improved assimilation of vitamin B-1 (thiamine), malignant conditions, coronary and anginal conditions, phlebitis, varicose ulcers, stagnant or infective conditions, blood sugar levels.
GARLIC HONEY = Slice 6 cloves of garlic and add to 4 oz of honey. Let stand for 7 to 10 days. Use in medicinal teas for colds, flu, sore throats, cough or sinusitis. The cloves themselves may be eaten on toast or crackers, etc.
GARLIC OIL = Slice 6 to 8 cloves of fresh garlic and cover in a jar with 4 oz of olive oil. Steep for 7 days; strain and bottle. Combined with mullein oil for earache. Also used for colds and flu.
GARLIC SYRUP = 10 to 12 cloves of garlic (sliced) and 1 cup of raw sugar. Layer the sugar and the garlic in a glass jar. Let sit in a cool place for 1 to 2 days. Strain out the garlic and bottle in an amber jar. Use ½ to 1 tsp 3 times a day. Can be added to warm tea.

Dosage

Capsules: 2 or more “0” capsules of the powder may be
taken daily on a long term bases. If you are taking a
therapeutic dose for short term you may take 8-10
capsules daily.
Oil: 4-5 drops as for an ear problem, into the ear canal.

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Yarrow
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HERBS & THEIR MEDICINAL USAGE (A-O)

Aloe
Arnica
Astragalus
Barberry
Black Cohosh
Bladderwrack
Blessed Thistle
Burdock
Butchers Broom
Catnip
Cat's Claw Herb
Cayenne
Chamomile
Chaparral
Chickweed
Cleavers
Couch Grass
Cramp Bark
Dandelion
Echinacea
Elecampane
Eucalyptus
Evening Primrose
Eyebright
Fenugreek
Feverfew
Garlic
Ginkgo
Goldenrod
Goldenseal
Gotu Kola
Gravel Root
Hawthorn
Hops
Horehound
Horsetail
Hydrangea
Hyssop
Irish Moss
Juniper
Lavender
Licorice
Lobelia
Marshmallow
Milk Thistle
Motherwort
Mullein
Myrrh
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