Uses, health benefits, and recipes with bear garlic

It occurs in mountainous areas, in forests and in river valleys, blooms at the beginning of April and May, although its leaves are similar to conifers, it is rarely mistaken for the characteristic smell of garlic. It contains vitamins C, A and B, as well as iron, selenium and saponins. It purifies the body and is also recommended for people who want to quit smoking because it reduces the time needed to get rid of addiction.

Bear garlic is recommended for diseases such as: high blood pressure, high cholesterol, cough, infections The compounds contained in it are bactericidal and fungicidal. It is recommended during infections, especially in the upper respiratory tract (it contains phenolic acids that dissolve the secretion), but also during cold or flu, parasites fight the digestive system heart disease, heartburn, kidney disease, it is also recommended for those who have been diagnosed with Candida albicans, colds, memory problems, or cancers due to compounds that act as antibodies to the blood circulation of humans.

Bear garlic leaves are a mineral of vitamins and minerals, containing vitamins A, C and B vitamins, potassium, iron, magnesium and phosphorus. They also contain saponins (glycoside compounds). They are most commonly used raw as a topping for pastries or sandwiches. Dried bear garlic is a common ingredient in spice mixtures that are added to meat dishes, sauces, salads.

During the heat treatment of bear garlic, the pesto loses some of its flavor and medicinal properties, so it is good to eat it raw. Fresh leaves of bears garlic can be frozen or added to salads, pastries, raisins and sauces. Dried garlic is ideal as a condiment for soups, potatoes and meats.