4. Apply it to Breakouts of Acne
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Though it will make your skin
smell, the antibacterial properties of garlic will help lessen the
appearance of acne, including those deep acne cysts that can otherwise
be difficult to treat. Just slice open a clove of raw, fresh garlic and
apply it to breakouts.
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5. Aids in Weight Loss
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Though you cannot count on
garlic to help you lose a lot of weight, research shows that garlic has
potential for aiding weight loss. Compounds found in garlic send signals
of satiety to your brain, which will actually help you to feel full
faster. It also boosts metabolic function, enabling you to burn more
calories.
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6. Use it as a Natural Pesticide
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An all-natural garlic
pesticide spray can be used to ward off pests like flies, aphids,
cabbage loppers and squash bugs. All you need to do is mince three
garlic cloves and let them sit in two tablespoons of mineral oil for 24
hours. Then, strain out the garlic and add the oil, along with a
teaspoon of liquid dish soap, to a pint of water in a spray bottle and
spray on infested plants.
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7. Use it to Repel Mosquitoes
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You need not use DEET and
other potentially toxic chemicals to ward off mosquitoes, garlic can
work wonders. To prepare a mosquito spray, let a few minced cloves of
garlic infuse in an ounce of mineral oil for 24 hours. Strain and mix
the garlic scented oil with two cups of water and one teaspoon of
freshly squeezed lemon juice. If necessary, strain again and pour into a
spray bottle.
8. Use it as a Natural Adhesive to Repair Glass
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Though it may not work on
major jobs, garlic juice can be used to fill in hairline cracks in glass
and hold them together. Simply crush a clove of garlic and rub its
sticky, viscous juice in the cracks and wipe away the excess.
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9. Kills Bacteria that Causes Ear Infections
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This common folk remedy has
been used for centuries. Simply crush a clove of garlic and place it in a
teaspoon of hot olive oil for five minutes. Strain, allow to cool and
drip a few drops at a time into your ear canal. Alternatively, you can
purchase garlic oil from natural health food stores.
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10. Helps Remove Splinters
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Splinters are painful to
remove and may at times dig a little too deep into the skin to pull out,
but this odd trick can really work. Place a thin slice over the
splinter, keeping it on with a bandage. The garlic should help the
splinter work its way out of the skin within hours.
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11. Use it to Relieve Psoriasis
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Garlic's anti-inflammatory
properties could ease or even prevent persistent tightness and itching
of psoriasis. Active compounds in garlic interact with arachidonic acid,
an omega fatty acid in the skin linked to psoriasis. You may also rub
garlic oil on the affected areas once or twice per day.
12. Use it as a Cough Syrup
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Garlic can be used as a cough
syrup to ease inflammation in the throat and clear up excess mucus. Add
raw, minced garlic in hot milk, along with 1/4 teaspoon of turmeric powder, simmer for fifteen minutes and
drink it with some sugar before going to bed and eat the garlic too.In 2-3 days, you'll find that your cough has reduced along with less mucus too ! I do have it, even those who hate garlic, will find it palatable, as once it is well cooked, it loses it smell, anyway think as a medicine and have each night till you recover fully.
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13. Garlic makes for a Fantastic Road De-icer
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Come winter, many towns
de-ice their roads. Ankeny, Iowa smelled awfully savory in 2008 when
winter transportation crews spread garlic salt on the streets in advance
of snowstorms. The salt, donated by a local spice producer, was
apparently deemed unfit for human consumption.
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14. Kills Intestinal Parasites
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Many alternative health
practitioners advise using raw garlic to expel intestinal parasites.
Consumed in quantities of about three cloves per day may help clear
nasty organisms out of the digestive tract. It is recommended as part of
a cleansing diet that also includes raw honey, lemon juice, pumpkin
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