What are the benefits and effects of Chinese garlic (Allium macrostemon)? This article will help you understand

1. Anticoagulant

Chinese garlic contains essential oils that can prevent platelets from clumping together, so it has an anticoagulant, anti-thrombotic effect. However, do not use it when you have a trauma injury, otherwise the wound will be difficult to stop bleeding.

2. Antibacterial and anti-inflammatory

Chinese garlic belongs to the same genus as garlic, so it has similar antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects. Specifically, it contains allicin, which inhibits the reproduction of many bacteria, can achieve a bactericidal effect, and has a therapeutic and relieving effect on some infectious diseases caused by bacteria.

3. Promotes digestion

Chinese garlic has a pungent spicy taste that can stimulate sensory cells in the intestinal tract and enhance intestinal peristalsis, thereby strengthening digestive function and promoting appetite.

4. Lowers blood lipids

The allicin contained in Chinese garlic has a certain effect of lowering fatty acids and cholesterol in the blood.

5. Relieves chest pain

Chinese garlic can also be used to relieve chest pain and treat chest numbness.