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Garlic – Healthify!

 

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Garlic is an important part of many dishes all over the world and has been in use for thousands of years. It is used widely for flavouring food. You can eat also it raw, in pickles, etc.

The scientific name of Garlic is Allium sativum. It belongs to the family of onion, leek and Chinese onion. Garlic plants are usually hardy and cannot be affected by many pests or diseases. They are said to also repel rabbits and rats.

Interesting facts about Garlic!

  • China produces 80% of the world’s supply of garlic
  • India is the second-largest producer.
  • Historians believe that garlic was in already used when the Giza pyramids were built, about 5,000 years ago.
  • Ancient Egyptians used it in food.
  • They were also aware of its health and therapeutic benefits.
  • Allium sativum contains vitamins B6 and C.
  • It also contains dietary minerals such as manganese and phosphorus.
  • Consuming garlic regularly helps prevent illnesses like the common cold, reduces blood pressure, lowers the risk of heart disease, etc.
  • It also contains antioxidants that could help fight against dementia and Alzheimer’s disease.

Vitory Gardens shares with us how to grow Garlic.

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