Answer:Garlic has mild antibacterial activity, but is not strong enough to help fight off infections such as strep throat or bacterial bronchitis. Garlic is delicious in food, but you need more targeted treatments for infections.

ANSWER: According to Rational Phytotherapy (co-authored by Varro Tyler) odor-free garlic products are fermented for a number of months in the presence of low moisture and atmospheric oxygen, resulting in the conversion of all reactive garlic compounds into basically inert ingredients. These products are not going to have much medicinal benefit and have not been proven worthy in clinical trials (Rational Phytotherapy, page 110). See similar questions...

Besides keeping vampires away, garlic is useful as a plant medication. The human cultivation of garlic (Allium sativum) goes back at least 5000 years, and today this herbal medicine can be found almost everywhere in the world, from Polynesia to Siberia. In the first century A.D., Dioscorides, Hippocrates, and other ancient Greek physicians recommended garlic for many conditions including respiratory problems, parasites, and poor digestion. See similar questions...

Answer: In a word, no. Recent well-designed clinical trials have not shown that vitamin C can prevent colds. However, the same studies indicate that vitamin C may reduce the duration of symptoms and discomfort. See similar questions...

Garlic does not have any specific compounds that are good for the heart, but it is a healthy flavouring to use in cooking and can be used in a variety of dishes. See similar questions...

Colds are viral diseases and transfer factor is used most commonly against viral conditions. Studies of transfer factor and colds have not been officially done but interestingly cold relief is a commonly reported side effect of taking Transfer Factor?. The Germ Survival Guide recommends Transfer Factor? and Transfer Factor Plus?. This new book written by Kenneth A. Bock, M.D., Steven J. Bock, M.D. See similar questions...

Answer: Cold sores are caused by the herpes simplex virus, not by one of the over 200 viruses that leads to colds. People infected with herpes simplex tend to have flare-ups when their immunity is lowered such as during illness or stress. Not infrequently, the herpes infection will cause a mouth sore during or after a bad cold or flu hence the association and the name. See similar questions...

Answer. The books of Erika Cheetham have good biographical material. These are readily available in university libraries and even in many bookstores. See also the other Nostradamus pages on the WWW and the USENET Nostradamus FAQ. (See below.) See similar questions...

Is your child going to be good to your Shiba? Your Shiba will adjust to just about any home situation, including other animals and children. They are very fast and can usually avoid hair pulling, etc. from very young children, but will consider everyone in your family part of their "pack" and be close to all of you. The key is to supervise very small children with the puppies and train children in the proper care of animals. Children can be cruel without realizing it, and need early supervision. See similar questions...

Answer: Following a hot bath, you are more likely to feel uncomfortable, not relieved of symptoms. That's because exposure to heat causes veins to dilate and become larger. In order to maintain venous function, vein size needs to remain consistent. See similar questions...

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Kyolic® odorless Aged Garlic Extract is truly the only odorless garlic supplement. The exclusive aging process eliminates garlic odor and harsh side effects. Moreover, Kyolic® contains various antioxidant properties and is the only antioxidant garlic supplement available. Kyolic is also standardized with SAC (S-Allyl Cysteine), a beneficial water-soluble sulphur containing compound which is characteristic of Aged Garlic Extract. See similar questions...

Our garlic is grown under strictly controlled organic conditions on Wakunaga farms, located primarily in Hokkaido, Japan. Some of our garlic is also organically grown in California as well. The garlic is cultivated completely without herbicides or pesticides of any kind and is harvested at full maturity. Exacting quality control begins there as raw garlic is tested for conformity to preset standards and specifications. See similar questions...

In a cool place, away from direct sunlight and with good air circulation, ideally in a specially made garlic keeper. See similar questions...

Almost any way you want! Garlic can be roasted whole, sliced, chopped, crushed or even eaten raw. Most recipes call for crushed garlic. If you are short of time you can use prepared minced garlic and/or one of the many garlic gadgets available. See similar questions...

Despite it's appealing size, elephant garlic doesn't have a very strong flavour and is no substitute for ordinary garlic. See the elephant garlic page for more details. See similar questions...

Our Garlic Sauce is made from garlic, ginger, white wine, tomato sauce, sugar vinegar, chili oil and Kungpao sauce. See similar questions...

Supplementing with elderberry during the flu may reduce its symptoms.41 Elderberry is an herb that causes an increase in viral antibodies. While elderberry is available as an individual supplement, it is also frequently combined with other vitamins, minerals, glandular extracts, or herbs for maximum cold and flu symptom relief. If you also have an irritated throat, English ivy extract has been shown to provide natural and effective relief. See similar questions...