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ALLIUM SATIVUM

GARLIC

The familiar cooking herb. Garlic can be harvested about six to eight months after planting, in the summer. Bulbs not needed immediately can be dried in the sun and stored.

USES

 Beneficial in cases of thrombosis, hardening of the arteries, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol.

 For chest infections, asthma, flu, colds, and ear infections. Combines well with echinacea.

GARLIC OR ONION MILK

Put 1 onion or 3 cloves of garlic, thinly sliced, into a pan with 2 cups of milk (cow’s, goat’s, sheep’s, soy milk, or nut milk). Simmer over a very low heat for 20 minutes. Strain. Can be stored in a refrigerator for 2 or 3 days. Dose: Infants 2 to 4 teaspoons every four hours. Young children can drink freely if feverish and croupy.

PROPERTIES

 Antiseptic

 Antibiotic

 Expectorant

 Fungicide and antihistamine

 Lowers blood pressure

NOTES AND DOSAGES

 Tablets are easy to take. Follow the instructions on the box. Mix chopped garlic with an equal amount of honey and take 1 teaspoon 3 to 6 times daily. Half dose for children. The infused oil can be applied to the skin, ear, and chest, to fight infections. Regular dietary use benefits the circulation.

CAUTION

Safe to use but may be too hot for some constitutions, in which case use with milk. Enteric-coated tablets are available. These are easier on the digestion.