Garlic

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Vitamins and Minerals

Garlic contains protein, fat, carbohydrates, calcium, iron, Vitamin B, Vitamin C, selenium, and manganese.

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Essential to (Body parts/Functions)

Garlic can help you to fight against sickness including the common cold. It helps to reduce blood pressure. It also reduces the risks of heart diseases by improving cholesterol levels. It contains a high amount of antioxidants that prevent the growth of free radicals and prevent cancer. Garlic is also beneficial to prevent Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. It may also help to improve your blood pressure level. 

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Origin and Usage

Garlic is native to Asia and northeastern Iran. IN the past Egyptians used garlic as a food flavor and medicine. It belongs to the family Amaryllidaceae. Garlic is similar to onion in shape. It is found as a white bulb. It is used as a vegetable and as a food flavor agent. Garlic is also used in salads, vinaigrettes, marinades, sauces, soups, stews, and in making garlic butter.

Varieties and types

Garlic has more than 700 species but the most common types are softneck and hardneck.

Cultural value

Garlic has much importance in some cultures. It is used for protection and white magic. It is considered a powerful ward against demons and other vampires.

Production

China is the largest producer of Garlic. India and Bangladesh also produce a large amount of garlic.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]