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Benefits of Garlic During the Winter
Garlic is well-known for its flavor and, more importantly, for its health benefits, especially during the winter.
It is a good source of selenium, calcium, and phosphorus. Garlic is also rich in vitamins B6, C, and Manganese.
This article will look at other health benefits of garlic, especially during the winter.
1. It increases the circulation of blood
Garlic has anticoagulant activity, thus reducing the likelihood of blood clots. It also reduces the risk of developing a heart stroke. Garlic is rich in allicin. Allicin is a compound that helps blood vessels to relax—people who eat garlic experience an improved flow of blood through the heart. When blood flows through the heart with ease, the workload on the heart reduces. Blood pressure is decreased when your heart doesn’t have to work as hard to pump blood.
2. It keeps the blood flowing at normal pressure
Studies have shown that garlic has a lowering effect on cholesterol. In other words, it lowers your blood cholesterol level and also helps in blood pressure control (1, 2, 3).
You see, cardiovascular diseases like strokes and heart attacks are the world’s biggest killers.
