Garlic reputation continues to grow as it's powerful medicinal properties are gaining in understanding and increased respect by medical professionals.
Antioxidant and antibacterial
Prevents the formation of blood clots
Reduces blood pressure
Reduces cholesterol and triglycerides
Increases high density lipoproteins
Protects against cancer, including colon, breast, and prostate
Reduces the risk of colds and flu and speeds recovery
It's a Natural Antibotic
Enjoy a garlic-rich diet of five or more cloves each day.
Garlic makes a wonderful health supplement but the garlic cure is no substitute for the basics: sensible eating and getting cardio exercise. Garlic should be seen as part of an addition for a healthy lifestyle - not as an alternative to it. Always consult your doctor first regarding any medical condition, this is not a medical site.
Preheat the oven to 500 degrees F.
Rub the garlic with the olive oil and place the heads, cut-side up, in a small saute pan that's just large enough to hold the garlic in. Season the garlic with the salt and pepper and add the broth to the saute pan. Place the saute pan in the oven and roast for about 30 minutes, or until the garlic is golden brown on the top and the cloves can be pierced easily with the tip of a sharp paring knife. Remove baking dish from the oven and allow the garlic to cool. When the garlic is cool enough to handle, squeeze the roasted garlic out from the skins. You can eat this on Italian crusty bread or use in recipes like Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes.
