More and more often during colds and other diseases, we resort to the use of various expensive drugs. But sometimes the best medicine is with us. This is the so-called folk remedies. One of them is garlic. The meaning of the procedure lies in the healing substances of phytoncides, which naturally penetrate through the ears, and more specifically through the Eustachian tube, into the nasopharynx and destroy microbes, viruses and pathogenic bacteria. You will learn about the benefits of garlic in various diseases in this article.
What helps the plant?
Everyone has long known that, due to its composition, garlic is extremely useful. The components that make up garlic are able to:
- have a bactericidal effect - they struggle with fungal diseases (how to treat the toenail fungus, read here);
- support the cardiovascular system - prevent the formation of cholesterol, optimize the work of the heart muscle, prevent diseases;
- expectorant - liquefy and remove phlegm when coughing;
- have anti-inflammatory effect - treats inflammation, disinfects urinary tract;
- strengthen immunity - supports all the protective functions of the body.
We offer to watch a video about the healing properties of garlic:
What happens if we put on the night?
What happens if garlic is put in the ear overnight? Even a simple piece of garlic embedded in the ear can have a healing effect and help to cope with such diseases:
- cold;
- runny nose;
- cough;
- otitis;
- diseases of the inner ear.
The interaction of garlic with various oils (for example, with camphor oil) can also be treated for deafness.
Why can help?
Garlic is a natural source of essential amino acids for the body, vitamins, minerals, antioxidant compounds that are necessary for its proper functioning. Garlic is rich in nutrients such as:
vitamins B6 and C;- potassium;
- calcium;
- phosphorus;
- copper;
- selenium;
- magnesium;
- glutamic and aspartic acids;
- allicin;
- quercetin;
- vitamin C;
- retinol;
- iron;
- tocopherol.
vitamins B6 and C;It is thanks to allicin - the strongest antioxidant, garlic has its healing properties.
It is thanks to its components that garlic:
- strengthens the immune system;
- reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease;
- reduces the risk of cancer;
- controls cholesterol formation;
- improves blood circulation;
- regulates blood pressure.
Contraindications
The use of garlic is extremely contraindicated in:
- kidney and liver diseases;
- epilepsy;
- gastric and duodenal ulcer (how garlic affects the gastrointestinal tract, read here);
- pancreatitis;
- of pregnancy.
It is also not recommended to use it for long-term treatment. Since this can lead to an imbalance of microflora, as well as irritation of the gastric mucosa and intestines.
It also stimulates the production of bile, so you should be extremely careful in the use of garlic in cholelithiasis.
We offer to watch a video about who is not recommended to eat garlic:
How to treat?
It should be remembered that the garlic selected for treatment must comply with such requirements.:
- it should not be mold, rot, black spots;
- too old garlic does not fit, as there is not enough juice in it, which has healing properties.
Do not forget about the precautions:
- Use only in the absence of inflammation.
- Due to the high ability to cause allergic reactions in people, it is imperative to conduct a so-called test that will show whether you are allergic to garlic. If this procedure is neglected, then you can seriously aggravate the disease.
Against cold
- The average clove of garlic must be peeled.
- Next, cut it into small pieces. In no case do not pererat and do not pass through the garlic press.
- Chopped garlic divided into equal parts.
- We take a piece of gauze, bandage or natural fabric measuring 12x15 cm. We fold in half.
- Put garlic in the middle of the cloth and spin it with a rope.
- Lay both strands in your ears for 30 minutes.
More information about the use of garlic for colds here.
Pain treatment
- Take a small clove of garlic.
- Peel it off.
- Make a needle a few holes in the teeth, so that he slightly let the juice.
- Inject into the sore ear. Do not put it deep in the ear so that it does not get into the inner ear.
- Hold for at least 30 minutes.
With olive oil
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
- Grind 1 clove of garlic and add to butter.
- Leave on low heat for 20 minutes.
- Strain the mixture, remove the garlic.
- Cool and bury two drops in the ears.
Possible side effects
Choosing garlic for treatment needs to be aware of the side effects it can cause.:
- The first thing to remember is that after applying it, you will feel an unpleasant, sharp garlic smell that lasts for a while.
- Just remember that garlic is able to leave burns due to improper care. Therefore, cut or ground garlic must be wound in a cloth, gauze or bandage, so that its juice does not leave a burn.
- Another side effect is that garlic can cause specific dermatitis.
- Do not forget that it can not be used in treatment with certain drugs, for example, with aspirin.
- It also irritates the gastric mucosa, so do not take it on an empty stomach.
- It should also be remembered and dosages. A surplus of garlic can lead to headache, confusion and impaired concentration. All this is due to a single component, which is part of garlic - it is a sulfin-hydroxyl ion. It penetrates the blood and thus has a negative impact on the brain.
It is impossible to start treatment with garlic without first consulting with a doctor. Otherwise, you can aggravate the symptoms of your disease and in the future they will be harder to cure.
At the first symptoms of a cold or with pain in the ears do not rush to the pharmacy for medicines. Perhaps you have an extra clove of garlic at home. It is he who will benefit you. The main thing is to follow the rules of caution when using it for medicinal purposes. Then you will quickly get rid of the problem that torments you.
