Why GARLIC should not be missing from any household

Garlic is a common household ingredient which adds taste to food. Though it has been found out that garlic can do a lot more than that. You will find out that after reading this piece, you will value it so much and never run out of garlics from today! Read on to see why you should never run away from garlics.

Lustrous hair 

The high levels of allicin in garlic could be very good for the hair. Rub garlic juice on your scalp or mix it in your oil and apply to hair. It also increases blood circulation in the scalp which further stimulates growth. Excessive use of garlic causes dryness of the scalp so this treatment should not be done frequently. 

Mosquito repellent 

Mix garlic oil and petroleum jelly together and apply to the hands and legs. This acts as a natural mosquito repellent . Research done in India shows that after applying it, chances of getting disturbed by mosquitoes is reduced. The strong smell of garlic overpowers mosquitoes and prevents them from biting. 

Strenghtens brittle nails 

The anti-fungal nature of garlic protects and prevents nail infections. Soak a cotton ball into garlic juice and rub on cuticles. 

Clears acne 

A clove of garlic is good enough to eliminate bacteria from the skin's surface with its anti-fungal properties. Rub garlic juice on your pimple and wash off after some minutes. 

Fishing 

Fishes are attracted to garlic. Get a bait with this smell inbuilt or use food scraps and plenty of garlic cloves to make your own bait. This makes fishing a lot easier. 

Stretch marks removal 

Even after applying all the expensive creams that claim to remove stretch marks, the stubborn marks still refuse to go. Try garlic juice! Yessss....it is really effective as it helps to reduce and get rid of them. 

Protects plants 

Pests keep away if you use a natural pesticide made of garlic, mineral oil, water and liquid soap. Pour the mixture in a spray bottle to mist your plants.