Drinking tea is not only a pleasure but also offers numerous health benefits. And at this time of year there is an ideal natural infusion for fight the cold: He garlic tea.
Far from losing validity in thousands of years, infusions get followers all over the world. There are more and more options for all tastes and its effects go beyond its organic components.
A natural solution that is worth trying for its health benefits, according to the health portal Harvard University.
For this reason “it is essential to appropriately select the foods that we will include in our daily diet, accompanied by physical activity and other habit changes“, they explain from the site Mayo Clinica non-profit organization dedicated to clinical practice, training and research.
According to cold numbers provided by statisticians, adults have on average two to four colds a year, while children have six to eight.
In this sense, according to the Micronutrient Information Center of the Linus Pauling Institute at Oregon State University, garlic is one of the best-selling herbal supplements in the United States.
Because garlic can prevent or cure colds
Some scientific study results suggest that garlic can prevent or cure colds.
To help with colds there are options for natural infusions. Photo: Shutterstock.Garlic infusion is ideal for fight viral infectionsso consuming this drink could help put an end to your cold or allergy.
Furthermore, garlic is a source of minerals such as iodine, phosphorus, potassium and vitamins. Hence the importance of its effect on respiratory conditions such as asthma, acute or chronic bronchitis.
Furthermore, it did antibiotic properties, hence it is widely used in several natural remedies.
In fact, a 2014 review included a study that found that participants who took garlic every day had fewer colds than participants receiving placebo.
Researchers used aged garlic extract (AGE) in another study, which explored its effects on the immune system, as described in Medical news today.
They indicate a direct link between the peculiar smell of garlic and its useful properties. From it comes the characteristic aroma of crushed garlic allicinwhich is effective against many different types of bacteria, viruses and fungi.
Because garlic is good for asthma, acute or chronic bronchitis. Shutterstock photo.Some negative aspects to take into consideration when consuming this type of plant could be:
- Allergies
- Stomach ache
- Bad taste
- Unpleasant breath
- Skin irritation
How to make garlic tea
ingredients
- 1 medium clove of garlic
- 1 1/4 cup water
Preparation method
- Place the garlic in the water
- Boil for 15 minutes in a covered jar.
An infusion of garlic for respiratory health. Photo: Shutterstock- Turn off the heat and leave to infuse for 5 minutes, also with a lid.
- Strain and drink the tea hot.
To enhance the effect, you can add a handful grated ginger (3 grams) e lemon juice (a spoon).
Source: Clarin
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