Since the beginning of organized civilization, we people have relied on garlic for many benefits. We use it to season our foods and for health benefits. Research has clearly shown and widely publicized the many health benefits of garlic used daily, mostly in the raw form, to aid our bodies in healing and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. In the dawn of the Great Pyramids the first workers’ strike was formed due to the slave masters reducing the rations of garlic to the slaves. Once the slaves received their full ration the pyramids were built and the rest lives on in history. In World War II when the shortage of antiseptic was nonexistent, a great many wounded received a poultice of mashed garlic on their wounds. The power of garlic is tremendous and so to aid you we have composed a list from numerous publications to heighten your awareness of this awe-inspiring healer.
Garlic
Description: Garlic is an Herb often used for culinary purposes.
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Digestive System
Immune System
Vitamins: B1, B2, C, B3,
CholineMinerals: Calcium, Phosphorus, Magnesium, Potassium, Sodium, Selenium, Zinc, Chromium, Copper, Iron, Molybdenum, and Manganese.
Enzymes: Peroxidase and Allinase.
Vital Components: Sulfur compound Alliin, transformed to allicin.
Basil
As a child, it was rare that we escaped our parents' reminder to eat our vegetables. This was, of course, all for a good reason. Most of our vitamins and minerals we eat come from our vegetables. We think there are fun ways to eat our vegetables, still keeping in mind our health obligations and, of course, enjoy every bite. We discovered Basil, a healthy herb and, yes, a member of the vegetable family! We have a fun fact sheet below about the health benefits of basil that we thought you’d enjoy as well.
Description: Basil is an Herb often used for culinary purposes
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