My neighbor's Uncle Wang is 65 years old this year, and he usually likes to drink and drink at every meal.
His son Xiao Wang was worried about his father's health, so he found a Chinese medicine practitioner to prescribe some conditioning prescriptions for Uncle Wang.
The doctor advised Uncle Wang to eat some garlic at every meal, which helped improve his blood lipid levels and enhance immunity.
He began adding garlic to every meal, whether stir-fried or eaten raw on its own.
The people around him thought it was a little strange for Uncle Wang to do this, after all, garlic has a strong taste, and in some cultures, it is also associated with breath problems.
Seven months later, Lao Li went for a physical examination, and I happened to be there that day, and I couldn't help but wonder when I looked at his physical examination report:
Let's uncover the secrets of Lao Li's dining table and see how garlic has become his health magic weapon.
The changes brought about by garlic:
1. The wonderful relationship between garlic and blood lipids
Lowers cholesterol:
Uncle Wang used to have high blood lipids, but since he has eaten garlic at every meal.
After 7 months, his blood lipid levels had dropped significantly.
The magic of garlic:
The active ingredients in garlic, especially allicin, are believed to help lower cholesterol and blood pressure, reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease.
2. Improvement of immunity
Fewer colds, faster recovery:
Uncle Wang found that he had fewer colds during this time, and even if he had a small cold, he could recover quickly.
Antimicrobial effects of garlic:
Garlic has natural antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties that may help the body fight off viruses and bacteria.
3. Transformation of healthy living habits
Healthier Diet:
Perhaps because of the encouragement of garlic, Uncle Wang began to pay more attention to his diet and cut down on greasy, heavy-tasting foods.
Increased Exercise:
Uncle Wang also started taking daily walks, and his active lifestyle made him more energetic overall.
How does Uncle Wang eat garlic?
1, Lao Li's garlic salad is his proud work
He picks fresh garlic and carefully pounds it into a delicate mash, which is then mixed with a variety of seasonal vegetables such as cucumbers, carrots, bean sprouts, etc.
The freshness of these vegetables and the spicy nature of the garlic paste complement each other, which not only enhances the taste of the dish, but also makes the nutrients of garlic more easily absorbed by the body.
Every time the family sits around a table, this coleslaw always becomes the highlight of the table.
2. Garlic vinegar is Lao Li's exclusive secret recipe
He soaked the garlic cloves in vinegar and fermented them for a while;
The spiciness of garlic blends with the sourness of vinegar to create a unique flavor.
This garlic vinegar can not only be used as a dipping sauce, but also can be used for bibimbap, bibimbap;
It can even be used as a cooking sauce to add a different flavor to dishes.
As for breakfast, Lao Li's habit of adding minced garlic to his omelette is the source of his vitality for the day.
He sprinkles a thin layer of minced garlic on the egg mixture and deep-fry it until golden brown, and the aroma of eggs and garlic is intertwined, bringing a refreshing freshness to the morning.
Such a breakfast is not only delicious, but also helps to refresh the mind and energize the day ahead.
From the perspective of traditional Chinese medicine, it is not suitable for people who consume garlic
Patients with eye diseases:
Traditional Chinese medicine believes that garlic will "hurt the liver and eyes";
Therefore, patients with eye diseases such as glaucoma, cataract, conjunctivitis, stye, and dry eye syndrome should eat less or avoid eating garlic.
Patients with liver disease:
Garlic is hot and can help fire; The taste is spicy and pungent.
If the liver has internal fire, the liver fire will be more vigorous, which may lead to aggravation of liver disease.
People with splenogastric weakness:
Garlic is more irritating and may irritate the gastrointestinal tract and aggravate the symptoms of people with weak spleen and stomach, such as diarrhea and abdominal pain.
Those who are weak and hot:
Garlic is hot and poisonous, produces phlegm and fire, disperses gas and consumes blood;
Therefore, people who are weak and lack qi and blood should avoid eating garlic.
Critically ill patients:
For people who are seriously ill or on medication, consuming garlic may have adverse effects;
If it causes an old illness or renders the drug ineffective, garlic should be consumed with caution or avoided.
Patients with gastric spasis:
Due to the strong irritation and corrosiveness of garlic, patients with stomach ulcers should avoid consuming garlic during their illness.
Patients with other diseases:
If you suffer from headache, cough, toothache and other diseases, you should not eat garlic.
How do you preserve garlic to keep it fresh and not spicy?
1. Hanging preservation method
Put the garlic in a breathable mesh bag and hang it in a cool, ventilated place;
Grab as you go, this method keeps garlic fresh for more than a year.
2. Cold storage
Choose an airtight jar and make sure the jar is dry and cool, then place the garlic neatly in the airtight jar.
This method is effective in preventing garlic from absorbing too much moisture and reducing the likelihood of germination or mildew.
3. Preservation method with spices
Prepare some dried peppercorns and dry paper towels, wrap them in paper towels to make spice packets;
Then put the garlic in a crisper bag, put in a few spice packets, expel the excess air, seal the bag and store it in a cool and ventilated place.
The fragrance of Sichuan pepper can inhibit the germination of garlic, and can also repel insects and sterilize to prevent garlic from becoming moldy.
4. Desiccant preservation method
Put the garlic in a bag and put a few packets of desiccant inside;
In this way, the garlic will be in a dry environment and will not be prone to mold and spoilage.
5. Cigarette Preservation Act
Put the cigarettes in the bag of garlic, tie the mouth of the bag tightly, and store in a cool, dry place.
The nicotine component in cigarettes can inhibit garlic sprouting.
6. High temperature preservation method
If you have an oven, you can put the garlic in the oven and set the temperature at around 45°C and bake for 15 minutes.
This temperature will not roast the garlic, but it will prevent the garlic from sprouting.