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The Health Benefits of Garlic
Garlic is usually known for its distinct flavour and pungent smell, but garlic also offers great health benefits too. Garlic is very good for preventing colds, it is believed that garlic improves your immune system and strengthens up the natural defence system of the body. Garlic is also contains anti-oxidants (which help reduce the risk of cancer). Medical studies have shown that garlic contains compounds, which have anti-tumour properties and help in slowing down the growth of tumours.
It is also believed that Garlic can lower cholesterol levels in blood, thus reducing the risk of heart disease. A chemical known as Ajoene is found in garlic which helps thin the blood, reducing the risk of clot formation and can also reduce the risk of high blood pressure. Because of the positive effect on the immune system, Garlic is can be effective against fighting off many other infections. It is known for its anti-bacterial, anti-viral and anti-fungal properties and has been used in many cultures to treat wounds, and other diseases such as recurrent yeast infections and Candida albicans.
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If you eat enough of it before a date, it will also protect you from sexually transmitted diseases. 
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