Garlic

Scientific Name:

allium sativum linn

Part Used: Root bulb

Properties

Natural Antibiotic

Decongestant

Stimulant

Antiparasitic

Antispasmotic

Aphrodisiac

Disinfectant

Ayurveda

Tamasic

Pungent

Hot

Decreases Vata

Decreases Kapha

Increases Pitta

Ayurveda suggests that for healthy individuals, garlic is taken as medicine but not as part of a regular diet.

Nutritional Content

Calories 98

Protein 8 g

Carbohydrates 16 g

Fat 1 g

Fiber 1 g

Selenium 2 mcg