Rare Himalayan Garlic can help bring down cholesterol and cure viral infections

Indian kitchen is full of medicinal herbs and spices that work like magic and help protect the human body from various diseases. A lesser-known ingredient is Himalayan Garlic, which is known to bring down cholesterol and also cure viral infections. Also known as Kashmiri Garlic or Jammu Garlic, it is a rare, single-clove variety of Allium sativum. If we go by reports, it is only harvested once a year in the high altitudes of the Himalayas and is called Ek Pothi Lahsun in Hindi. Take a look at its health benefits and what makes it so nutritious. (Image: Instagram/thehimalayanhatti)

It is known to control high cholesterol levels in the body. It has been proven that Himalayan garlic can lower about 20 mg/dl cholesterol and triglyceride levels in the human body. (Image: Instagram/little_thing_feels)

As per experts, Himalayan garlic is effective in curing cough and cold. It is also effective in reducing the chances of getting infected by other diseases. It has been proven that it contains chemical compounds called Alliinase and Alliin that help create a powerful compound called Allicin, which works as a protective shield and protects you from bacteria-borne illnesses. (Image: Instagram/siddhagirisatvyk)

It contains an organosulphur compound named diallyl trisulfide which helps kill the cancerous cells and helps fight cancer. As per the National Cancer Institute, regular consumption of this garlic variant reduces the risk of various cancers by 50%. (Image: Instagram/kashmirica)

As per researchers, consuming 2-3 bulbs of Himalayan garlic on a regular basis helps decrease and control blood sugar levels. It contains Allicin, which combines with vitamin B and Thiamine and triggers the pancreas to generate insulin in the body and as a result helps the body to control diabetes. (Image: Instagram/gardeninghobbyist)

It has been proven that Himalayan garlic reduces LDL Cholesterol and triglycerides in the body. It has also been proven that it prevents the formation of plaque and clots by reducing the density of the blood. It contains a chemical compound called Hydrogen Sulfide that helps relax the muscles and thereby help in reducing blood pressure levels. (Image: Instagram/baigan_ka_page)

For scrumptious recipes, videos, and exciting food news, subscribe to our free Daily and Weekly Newsletters.