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7. Pneumonia
Garlic’s expectorant and antimicrobial properties help clear bronchial congestion while fighting Streptococcus pneumoniae and Klebsiella pneumoniae. Inhaling garlic-infused steam opens airways and delivers compounds directly to infected tissues.
8. Ear Infections (Otitis Media)
Parents’ dread and children’s pain. Warm garlic-mullein oil drops provide rapid relief from bacterial ear infections. The allicin penetrates the eardrum safely while reducing inflammation and combating pathogens like Haemophilus influenzae.
9. Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs)
Women know the burning urgency all too well. Garlic’s diuretic and antibacterial effects flush out E. coli and Proteus mirabilis from the bladder. Drinking garlic-lemon water increases urine acidity, creating an inhospitable environment for bacteria.
10. Sinus Infections
Chronic sinusitis sufferers rejoice. Garlic nasal irrigation or steam inhalation delivers allicin directly to sinus cavities, dissolving mucus biofilms and eradicating Staphylococcus aureus colonies that antibiotics miss.
11. Gingivitis and Oral Infections
Your dentist’s secret weapon. Chewing fresh garlic releases thiosulfinates that kill Porphyromonas gingivalis, the primary culprit in gum disease. Garlic mouthwash reduces plaque by 75% and freshens breath naturally.
12. Parasitic Infections and Intestinal Worms
From pinworms to giardia, garlic has been a traditional deworming agent across cultures. Its sulfur compounds paralyze parasites, enabling expulsion from the intestines. Combine with pumpkin seeds for a comprehensive cleanse.
13. Lyme Disease
Emerging research reveals garlic’s activity against Borrelia burgdorferi, the spirochete behind Lyme. While not a standalone treatment, garlic supports antibiotic therapy by reducing bacterial load and alleviating joint inflammation.
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