Energetics of Food
Energetics of Garlic: Move Over Dracula
Garlic is a part of the onion family and there are over 300 varieties! Probably the most versatile vegetable in the world, garlic is used in many recipes across the globe. Garlic is not only delicious, it is very nutritious. It has been shown to help lower blood pressure and help maintain healthy cholesterol levels, while also having extraordinary anti-inflammatory properties. Garlic is also a great antibiotic and antiviral, due to its high levels of the phytonutrient allicin. Allicin has also been shown to help protect against colon cancer. Garlic is warm and pungent making it great for chronic conditions such as asthma and high blood pressure, as well as acute conditions such as the common cold and contact dermatitis.
In Chinese Medicine, the 5 flavors are pungent, sweet, sour, salty, and bitter. The SAD (Standard American Diet) consists primarily of just 3 of the 5 flavors. Your diet should consist of a balance of all 5 flavors for optimal health. Balance does not refer to equal amounts, but to bring the body into harmony with your own constitution and the seasonal influences.