The efficacy and health benefits of garlic hidden in this unknown health food. Garlic is commonly used as a seasoning in daily life, often added to stir-fries to enhance the aroma. Its pungent taste is too strong for most people to tolerate. But if you knew the health benefits of garlic, you would treasure it.
Among anti-cancer foods, China ranks number one
In recent years, research at home and abroad has proven that garlic can block the synthesis of nitrosamine carcinogens in the body. So far, among more than 40 types of vegetables and fruits, its anti-cancer effect ranks at the top of a pyramid. In garlic's more than 100 components, dozens of them have individual anti-cancer effects.
Garlic is an annual or biennial herb with a pungent taste, formerly known as "Hu" in ancient times, also called "Hu Suan". Its bulbs, garlic scapes, and young plants are eaten for food. Garlic is divided into two types: garlic and wild garlic. Wild garlic is native to China, with smaller cloves. Garlic is originally from southern Europe and Central Asia, and was first cultivated in Mediterranean countries such as ancient Egypt, ancient Rome, and ancient Greece. It was introduced to the Guanzhong region of Shaanxi, China, by Zhang Qian during the Han Dynasty, and later spread throughout the country. China is one of the countries with the largest cultivation area and output of garlic in the world. Next, the editor will introduce you to the benefits of garlic.
The health benefits of garlic
Modern medical research has confirmed that garlic contains more than 100 medicinal and health-promoting ingredients, including 43 sulfur-containing volatile substances, 13 sulfenic acid esters (such as allicin), 9 amino acids, 8 peptides, 12 glycosides, and 11 enzymes. In addition, alliin is a unique component of garlic. When it enters the bloodstream, it becomes allicin. This allicin can instantly kill typhoid bacilli, dysentery bacilli, influenza virus, etc., even when diluted 100,000 times. Allicin combines with vitamin B1 to produce allithiamine, which has a miraculous effect of eliminating fatigue and enhancing physical strength. Creatinine in garlic is an indispensable component involved in muscle activity and also plays a role in sperm production, which can significantly increase sperm count. The saying that eating garlic boosts energy refers to this. Garlic can also promote metabolism, lower cholesterol and triglyceride levels, and has the effect of lowering blood pressure and blood sugar, so it has a certain therapeutic effect on hypertension, hyperlipidemia, arteriosclerosis, diabetes, etc. Externally, garlic can promote skin blood circulation, remove the skin's aging stratum corneum, soften the skin and enhance its elasticity. It can also prevent sun damage, prevent melanin deposition, and remove spots and whiten the skin.
The effects of garlic
1 Anti-cancer
Foreign studies have found that sulfur-containing compounds in garlic can promote the intestine to produce an enzyme or a substance called allicin. By enhancing the body's immune function, blocking lipid peroxidation, and anti-mutation, it eliminates the risk of intestinal tumors caused by substances in the intestine. However, it is currently not possible to determine how much of this enzyme is needed to effectively exert garlic's anti-tumor effect. In addition, the trace element selenium in garlic also has a certain anti-tumor effect.
2 Effect on treating impotence
Studies have shown that garlic does have an effect on treating impotence. Garlic is beneficial for blood circulation, which is very important for erectile function. The mechanism is not yet clear. A possible explanation is that garlic can stimulate the body to produce nitric oxide synthase, an enzyme essential for male erection. In addition, researchers found through experiments on rabbits and mice that garlic can stimulate the secretion of male hormones and increase sperm count. Modern medicine believes that blood health is an important factor affecting erectile function. Modern people often suffer from high blood lipids due to bad living habits, which, in a sense, is the reason for the increasing number of patients with erectile dysfunction. Eating garlic can promote blood health and improve blood circulation, which in turn is beneficial for improving erectile function.
3 Anti-aging effect
Some components in garlic have antioxidant and anti-aging properties similar to vitamin E and vitamin C. Recommended consumption method: Egg yolk and garlic for beauty and anti-aging. Garlic can promote blood circulation; egg yolks are rich in vitamin E, which can inhibit active oxygen and slow down the aging of blood vessels and skin. The two complement each other, not only exerting a good anti-aging effect (on blood vessels and skin) but also bringing many benefits to the treatment of cold intolerance or beauty. Preparation method: Mash the garlic and mix in an egg yolk, then slowly fry over low heat.
4 Anti-fatigue effect
Some people have found that pork is one of the foods rich in vitamin B1. When vitamin B1 combines with the allicin in garlic, it can play a good role in eliminating fatigue and restoring physical strength.