Garlic

May 12th, 2010 | Posted by CrossMMAFitter in 4 Vegetables & Salads

Garlic has been known a health protector for thousands of years.  It’s bulbs  are a useful antibiotic and can also reduce the risk of heart disease and cancer.  Garlic is rich in powerful sulphur  compounds that causes the strong odor, but these compounds are the main source of health benefits.

Garlic helps minimize stomach ulcers when eaten in reasonable quantity. It’s a good  source of vitamin C , selenium, potassium and calcium.

Regular garlic consumption may significantly reduce the risk of colon, stomach and prostate cancer.

Garlic should be crushed or chopped and allowed to stand for a few minutes before cooking

Two garlic gloves contain

  • 9 Kcalories
  • 0.4 g protein
  • 2 g carbohydrate
  • 2 mg vitamin C
  • 24 mg potassium
  • 11 mg calcium
  • 1 mcg selenium

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