Natural Garlic for Worm Removal

Overview:
Garlic, known as Da Suan in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), is the bulb of Allium sativum L. It has been widely used both as food and medicine for thousands of years. In TCM, garlic is recognized for its pungent, warm nature and its ability to eliminate toxins, kill parasites, promote digestion, and support respiratory and cardiovascular health.

Botanical Source:
Garlic is a perennial herb in the Liliaceae family. The bulb consists of multiple cloves enclosed in a papery sheath. It is typically harvested in the summer and can be used fresh, dried, or processed.

Traditional Uses in TCM:

1. Eliminates Toxins and Kills Parasites:
   Used to expel intestinal parasites, especially roundworms and pinworms, and to combat food poisoning or intestinal infections.

2. Promotes Digestion:
   Enhances appetite, reduces food stagnation, and alleviates abdominal bloating and discomfort.

3. Disperses Cold and Treats Cough:
   In some cases, used to help dispel external cold and treat early-stage cold symptoms, particularly with cough and phlegm.

4. Promotes Circulation and Resolves Stagnation:
   Helps improve blood flow and is sometimes included in formulas targeting blood stasis and pain.

Pharmacological Properties:
Garlic contains Bioactive compounds such as allicin, ajoene, and sulfur-containing substances known for their antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, Antioxidant, and lipid-lowering properties. It has been shown to support cardiovascular health, immune function, and gastrointestinal well-being.

Preparation and Dosage:

• Typical dosage: 3–10 grams of fresh garlic per day; smaller amounts if concentrated extracts or capsules are used.

• Forms of use: Fresh, cooked, powdered, or as part of decoctions and pills.

Precautions:

• Excessive intake may irritate the gastrointestinal tract.

• Use with caution in individuals with heat conditions or stomach ulcers.

• Not recommended during acute inflammatory or febrile conditions unless guided by a practitioner.