Garlic is a very old remedy, it being known from early times for its power to cure infections. It was the bulb of the plant that was used. Nowadays we know it mostly as a culinary ingredient, although many people take garlic pills as a health supplement.
It was used in a very many ways. Disorders of the respiratory system, such as colds, influenza and bronchitis, lung infection and sore throats were treated with it. A decongestant and a expectorant, it helped relieve asthma, chest infections and coughs.
It was found to be useful in disorders of the gut and in getting rid of worms. Garlic was also used as an aid to digestion and as a general cleanser of the digestive system.
Garlic had a beneficial effect on the liver and was useful in disorders relating to the blood. Blood pressure was reduced by it, as were blood sugar levels. Excessive blood clotting was also relieved by it.
Used externally when crushed, macerated in oil or made into an ointment, it was found effective in he relief of cuts, stings and bites and ringworm. Inflamed joints and rheumatism also benefited from it, as did sprains. It was rubbed on the chest to ease chest infections and was used in the cure of earache.
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