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Garlic - Has some wonderful properties. It is a potent antioxidant and a natural antibiotic to which the body does not develop resistance to over time. It has been valued since ancient times for it's antiseptic and anti-fungal properties. It is natures most versatile medicinal plant.
It is the pungent constituent - allicin that gives garlic it's medicinal qualities so avoid purchasing odourless garlic supplements.
Try this simple recipe - Combine a clove of fresh crushed garlic with 2 tblsps of extra virgin olive oil and a good squeeze of fresh lemon juice for an excellent salad dressing.