Cardiac and cardiovascular diseases are conditions that affect a large part of the world's population and are one of the leading causes of death worldwide. These diseases cause 400 deaths per day that affect both men and women. Their main risk factors are hypertension, diabetes, tobacco, alcohol or obesity. Also, preventive measures are to be taken and concern, among others, the monitoring of a healthy diet without fat and the practice of regular physical activity.
It should be noted that in our daily diet, several ingredients can be of great help to us in the case of cardiovascular diseases. Among them we have garlic and lemon and when combined together, they constitute a noticeable prevention remedy for heart health. Is not it said that prevention is much better than treatment?
What does this remedy consist of?
It is a combination of garlic and lemon that will be prepared in the following way:
- Six organic lemons cut into slices
- Six cloves garlic, organic, peeled and cut into pieces
- 1 liter of water
Simply mix everything in a blender and boil the mixture in a saucepan for about fifteen minutes. Subsequently, let cool and pour the mixture into a glass container or bottle, previously cleaned and sterilized, which you put in the refrigerator.
Consume 50 milliliters of this drink daily for 3 days. Repeat the same dose the week after. This cure is to be followed every 6 months, that is to say twice a year.
Benefits of this drink
This mixture can only be beneficial for your health in general. It will prevent many ailments including hypertension, strengthening the immune system, cardiovascular disease and even fat oxidation. Lemon is a health food par excellence and it continues to dry up praises on its benefits. As for garlic, known for millennia, it is a flagship ingredient, used in many remedies to destroy pathogens. Spotlight on the effects of these ingredients on health.
Prevent cardiovascular disease
The mixture of garlic and lemon has been the subject of several studies, including that presented by International Journal of Preventive Medicine. Indeed, the purpose of this study was to demonstrate the effects of the combination of these two ingredients on cardiovascular risk, especially in subjects aged 30 to 60 years suffering from moderate hyperlipidemia. The results were conclusive since there was an improvement in lipid levels and blood pressure in these patients.
In addition, another study has demonstrated the effectiveness of garlic in preventing cardiovascular disorders. And several clinical trials have been conducted in this direction. Moreover, and always in the same context, a research published by Science Daily, could reveal that the aged garlic extract could reduce the accumulation of plaques in the arteries.
As for lemon, it has been shown according to a research that its juice would lead to a decrease in serum cholesterol, thanks to its antioxidant effect.
Strengthen the immune system
The infusion with garlic and lemon is considered a powerful ally, especially to boost our immune system. The lemon, rich in vitamin C, is a friend of the body insofar as it gives him the adequate dose of this vitamin to protect him and ensure his daily vitality. It has been shown in a study that a lack of vitamin C in the body, exposes the body to a decline in the effectiveness of the immune system and a weakness in resistance to certain diseases.
As for garlic, it contains compounds such as allicin, which after ingestion turns into a sulfur compound, effective to help the immune system to counter the proliferation of germs. Similarly, the extract of aged garlic is also, according to another study, an effective stimulant of the immune system.
To lose weight
As mentioned above, the combination of these two ingredients allows a reduction of the lipid level. In addition, lemon is known to reduce obesity with the polyphenols it contains. These prevent weight gain and body fat accumulation.
Warnings
Lemon is not recommended for bile and gastric disorders and for burns and stomach ulcers. Just as it is forbidden to people with a citrus allergy.
Garlic is not recommended for people with porphyria, a blood disease that makes photosensitive to people undergoing surgery because of the anticoagulant effect of this ingredient. It is also not recommended for lactating women for its taste that may alter that of breast milk.
It is recommended to seek the advice of a doctor before starting any treatment, if you suffer from a health problem.
