The mixture of garlic and honey is one of the classic remedies that has been used for many years to cure colds and coughs, as well as for weight loss. Both have properties that stimulate the immune system and contain natural compounds that have been scientifically proven to have positive effects on the body.
Garlic and Honey
Garlic contains allicin, an organosulfur compound that helps boost immunity. Many preclinical studies show that the organosulfur compounds in garlic have antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and cardioprotective activities. Additionally, honey contains compounds with antimicrobial and antibacterial properties. When combined, garlic and honey are considered a powerful home remedy for boosting the immune system and improving overall health. While crushing garlic with honey is the quickest way to obtain it, it is known that fermented garlic honey has extraordinary health benefits.
Garlic Honey Recipe
Ingredients:
12 cloves of garlic
1 cup of raw honey
Preparation Method:
To make fermented garlic honey, you will need a clean 1-liter glass jar. Use one with a wide mouth for easier access to the garlic cloves.
Peel the garlic cloves. You can either use them whole, crush them lightly, or chop them.
Place the garlic in the jar. Pour the honey over the garlic. Stir to ensure that all the garlic cloves are covered with honey. Close the jar lid and let it sit for 3 days.
Remove the jar lid and allow the gases to escape. You may see small bubbles at this stage. Let it sit for a week. You should open the lid every two days and stir it a little.
The fermented garlic honey is ready for use. You can store it at room temperature for a month.
According to a study cited by the US National Library of Medicine National Institutes of Health, here’s what happens if you consume garlic with honey:
It has a protective effect on the heart, lowering bad cholesterol and blood pressure.
It is beneficial for people undergoing chemotherapy, helping to detoxify the body.
It has antimicrobial and antifungal effects.
It supports the immune system and protects against colds.
It alleviates pain caused by osteoarthritis.
It has anticancer effects.
