Ayurveda recommends garlic for erectile dysfunction, diabetes, PCOS or PCOD, weight loss ( in obesity) and to improve sperm health.
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Garlic ( Allium Sativum) belongs to the family Liliaceae. The plant has leaves that are long, narrow, and flat like grass. The bulb is of a compound nature, consisting of numerous bulblets, known technically as ‘cloves’ grouped together between the membranous scales and enclosed within a whitish skin, which holds them as in a sac.
It is referred to by different names in Ayurveda. The names describe its qualities. It is known as Rasona (Rasena vunaha = as it is devoid of amla rasa or sour taste), Ugraghandhi ( ugra Gandhi = as it has a strong pungent smell ),
This bulb contains pungent, volatile, essential oil. This oil is a sulfide of the radical Allyl. The intensely smelling allyl compound has such a diffusive property that even when the crushed bulb is rubbed to the soles of the feet, its odor is exhaled by the lungs after some time.
Garlic in Mythology
Ancient greeks used to place this bulb on stones at crossroads as a supper for Hecate (Greek goddess of the three paths, guardian of the household, protector of everything newly born, and the goddess of witchcraft ). According to Pliny, garlic and onion were invoked as deities by the Egyptians while taking oaths.
According to a Mohammedan legend ‘when Satan stepped out from the Garden of Eden after the fall of man, Garlic sprang up from the spot where he placed his left foot, and Onion from that where his right foot touched.’
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Helps in erectile dysfunction and sperm health,
Good for blood pressure management
Helps in Erectile Dysfunction and sperm health
For ages, this bulb is being used as a remedy to improve the sexual power of men. It is recommended for erectile dysfunction and premature ejaculation. This herb is said to be a tonic for impotence. It also treats sexual debility caused by overindulgence in sex and nervous exhaustion. It is said to be very useful in older men.
This herb has always been known as an aphrodisiac. It can improve blood circulation significantly. According to recent studies, an enzyme called nitric oxide synthase (NOS) appears to be responsible for the mechanism of erection. Research on this bulb has shown that it can stimulate the production of this enzyme.
Let us have a peek at the causes of klaibya or Erectile Dysfunction and low sperm health, in men and the role of this bulb in evading these causes.
Cholesterol can cause Sexual Dysfunction:
Increased blood cholesterol level causes the formation of plaques in arteries. Arteries in male organs are not an exception to this. The formation of cholesterol plaques in penile arteries reduces blood flow and causes sexual dysfunction. Research has shown that garlic helps in reducing blood cholesterol levels and cholesterol build-ups. Thus this herb acts as an excellent ayurvedic medicine for erectile dysfunction caused due to elevated blood cholesterol. Garlic also acts as a best liver detox diet. Read Ayurveda Liver Detox – An Easy Liver Cleansing Guide
High Blood Pressure can affect erections
High blood pressure is also responsible for erectile dysfunction. Usage of this herb aid in normalizing blood pressure and improving blood flow through arteries.
Diabetes leads to Erectile Dysfunction and low sperm count
Various research shows that this bulb contains more than 400 phytochemical components. These are attributed to its immense medicinal properties. Many naturopaths opine that this herb helps in regulating blood glucose levels. Diabetes causes erectile dysfunction by reducing erections and can cause low sperm count. Garlic, due to its blood sugar-regulating properties associated with aphrodisiac properties helps to overcome erectile dysfunction in diabetes.
Obesity can damage Sexual Function and reduce sperm health
Health experts have witnessed innumerable cases in which weight loss has helped gain back lost sexual energy and stamina. Obesity leads to low testosterone levels and leads to low libido. Regular use of this herb accelerates weight loss and also supplies plenty of anti-oxidants. This improves sexual function, sexual energy, and stamina. Thus this wonder bulb is the best Indian ayurvedic home remedy for erectile dysfunction.
Stress is the major Obstacle in Sexual Life:
Men’s health experts point their fingers towards stress as a major cause of erectile dysfunction. Stress causes fatigue which in turn causes sexual dysfunction. Lasuna is a restorative herb and plays a major role in balancing stressful life. It protects the body from the side effects of stress and serves as a tonic. It boosts energy levels and improves stamina. Egyptians used to give garlic to their slaves to improve their energy and reduce fatigue. Regular use of this herb also improves life expectancy.
Helps in PCOS
In PCOS obesity and increased blood cholesterol are the main symptoms. This bulb helps in the reduction of meda dhatu (body fat) and this aids in weight loss. As said earlier this herb helps in reducing blood sugar levels. This helps in PCOS or PCOD
Good as an antibiotic:
Many marvelous effects and healing powers have been ascribed to this herb. It is popularly known as nature’s antibiotic. As an antiseptic, its use has long been recognized. It is very effective against fungus, Yeast, and viral infections. It is said to prevent anthrax in cattle and is largely used for this purpose.
Best As an expectorant:
This herb reduces increased Kapha. Its syrup is an excellent medicine for asthma, hoarseness of voice, coughs, difficulty in breathing, and most other disorders pertaining to the lungs. As this promotes expectoration it is very useful in chronic bronchitis. This bulb is a very good remedy for whooping cough.
Good for blood pressure management:
This herb is considered one of the most effective remedies to lower blood pressure. It eases the spasm of small arteries and reduces the pressure on them. Regularly consuming its juice with fresh water regularly reduces high blood pressure.
Good as a cholesterol-reducing agent:
Many publications have shown that this herb supports the cardiovascular system. According to them it lowers cholesterol and triglyceride levels in the blood, inhibits platelet stickiness, and slows blood coagulation. It is mildly antihypertensive and has antioxidant activity. Half a clove of this raw bulb consumed each day can increase body activity to dissolve blood clots, thereby preventing heart attacks and strokes. Garlic is also considered as best ayurvedic liver detox diet.
The best remedy for digestive disorders
This herb stimulates peristaltic action and the secretion of digestive juices. It eliminates body toxins and acts as a good detox for men. It has an antimicrobial effect and is an excellent remedy for intestinal infections. It expels intestinal worms. Used in cookery it is a great aid to digestion and keeps the mucosal coats of the stomach healthy.
Helps to reduce inflammation:
Garlic has anti-inflammatory properties. It is effectively used to cure arthritis, migraine, and other inflammatory conditions.
Detoxifies skin :
Regular consumption of this herb purifies the blood and reduces minor skin infections. Hence it is considered the best skin detox.
Reduces risk of cancer:
Few studies suggest that eating this herb regularly reduces the risk of esophageal, colon, and stomach cancer. This may be partly due to its ability to reduce the formation of carcinogenic compounds.
Helps in pregnancy
New research shows that consuming this herb during pregnancy can reduce the risk of raised blood pressure in pregnancy (Pre-eclampsia). Studies have shown that it may help to boost the birth weight of babies. Raw bulb’s cloves are given with milk for women after delivery, for weight loss, and to balance Vata.
May help in Herpes:
In the future, this herb may find its place in the treatment of genital herpes. It was found that the oral or topical application of its cream markedly reduced the outbreak of the genital herpes virus.
Ayurveda Health benefits
Pharmacological Properties
Texts of Ayurveda explain the pharmacological properties of this herb as follows.
It enhances the stickiness of tissues (Snigdha) and has hot potency (ushna). It can penetrate deep into tissues (teekshna) and is heavy to digest, (guru). Its medicinal constituents spread very quickly in the body (sara). It has 5 rasas madhura rasa, (sweet taste), katu rasa (pungent), tikta rasa (bitter), Kashaya rasa (astringent), and lavana rasa (salty). But it does not have amla rasa (sour taste).
Effect on Doshas
It reduces kapha dosha and Vata dosha but it should be used with a lot of precautions in persons who have pitta dosha as major prakruti and in patients who are suffering from rakta ( blood), and pitta disorders.
Medicinal Action and Uses
According to acharya Charaka, the health benefits of this spice herb are as follows
Acharya Charaka has said that “lashuna” is an effective remedy for conditions like intestinal worm infestations, skin disorders, low libido, and erectile dysfunction.
Acharya Sushruta has appreciated the uses of this herb in skin disorders, low libido, and erectile dysfunction. This is a good herb for vajikarana therapy. It also improves memory, modulates voice, enhances complexion, improves eyesight, strengthens bones and joints, improves digestion, and regularizes bowel movement. It is very useful in cardiac diseases too.
Who should not use Garlic?
- Do not use this herb internally if you are consuming anti-coagulants like aspirin. Individuals who are consuming anti-coagulant drugs should consult their dieticians before consuming this.
- Do not rub this herb on the skin, as it may cause skin rashes if the skin is very delicate and sensitive. Use it with caution.
- It should be used cautiously by individuals who have bleeding disorders.
- Some may experience heartburn and flatulence when they consume this herb.
- This should never be consumed during migraine headaches. Avoid rubbing this on the skin as it causes burns and peeling of the skin.
- Persons with pitta and rakta dhatu vitiation have to consult ayurvedic physicians before consuming this herb.
- Never consume this on an empty stomach as it may cause severe acidity.
- Don’t chew raw bulbs or cloves as their strong acids may burn taste buds.
- Never rub this herb on the skin as it burns the skin and leaves an ugly mark
Precautions to be observed while using:
1. Do not use this herb when you consume alcohol, sour foods, lot of milk and milk products, or jaggery.
2. Avoid drinking plenty of water as soon as you consume it. A small glass of water will suffice.
3. Do not consume this when you are stressed or angry.
4. Avoid the consumption of this herb after a heavy workout.
5. Do not consume this if you are working in an environment with high temperatures.
6. Always use dhania or coriander seeds along with this herb to reduce its untoward effects.
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Author – Dr.Savitha Suri. Consultant ayurvedic physician.
Reference : https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6678835/
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