Good enough to eat Garlic!
It enhances the flavor of your Italian dishes, makes your mouth water, exudes a spicy aroma, wards off vampires, and has healing properties; however, it is unknown whether or not it is healthy for your pet.
In addition to hundreds of other types of onions, leeks, shallots, and chives, garlic is a member of the Allium genus, which is a subfamily of the Liliaceae plant family. The leaves of garlic are typically removed before it is packaged as a bulb for sale in grocery stores. Garlic is widely available. Garlic’s outer layer, known as the skin, serves to shield the garlic’s inner layers, which are comprised of smaller bulbs known as cloves. It is a weed that can propagate itself in the wild. In the wild, humans and animals such as deer, elk, moose, and rabbits have both been seen snacking on these plants. It’s possible that these animals have known all along that garlic isn’t just for the gastronome’s pleasure, but that it could also be beneficial to our pets.
It is thought that garlic originated in west-central Asia, and that people have been using it for medicinal purposes for at least five thousand years. Garlic has properties that make it effective against bacterial, fungal, and viral infections, as well as inflammation. It is used to treat infections, digestive and respiratory issues, as well as boost the immune system, lower cholesterol, blood pressure, and the likelihood of blood clots, and reduce cholesterol levels. Garlic has been shown to alleviate cramping and gas, as well as kill worms and other parasites, ward off fleas, and prevent the growth of harmful bacteria.
Garlic can be prepared in a variety of ways, including fresh, cooked, dried, granulated, and even garlic that has been prepared in oil. It is also available in pill form, which can be purchased at health food stores. Allicin, a volatile oil found in garlic, was once thought to be the only healing constituent. However, recent research has shown that garlic contains many other healing agents in addition to allicin. There are at least thirty additional compounds in garlic that have been shown to be effective in treating a variety of conditions, ranging from skin disorders to cancer. If you choose to purchase garlic for specific health issues, allicin will continue to be an important consideration. Because it is so volatile, once the bulb is exposed to air, the effectiveness begins to decrease, and it is possible that it will not provide the health benefits you are seeking.
If you decide to take supplements, you should make sure to conduct research into the location where your garlic supplements are manufactured and grown, as well as the method used to prepare the supplements. Because some businesses aim to produce products with the highest allicin contents, they may process garlic in a way that removes its other naturally occurring health benefits, leaving allicin as the sole and most powerful component. When garlic is used as an antibiotic, this is a particularly relevant consideration because of its important role. It is also recommended that you ask your veterinarian what form of garlic is safe for your pet to consume.
Garlic has been shown to have a number of health benefits for humans, but there is growing debate about whether or not it is safe for animals to consume too much of it because of the possibility of toxic side effects. And it would appear that the common misconception is the idea that more is better. In spite of the many beneficial properties that can be obtained from this bulb, the golden rule to follow when giving herbs to your pets is to first consult with a veterinarian and then administer the lowest effective dose possible. The inclusion of garlic in the diet of your pet can be a wonderful thing, providing them with enhanced flavor as well as additional health benefits.