Garlic
One particularly effective remedy is garlic. It’s known for its antibacterial properties and ability to boost the immune system. Allicin is a compound responsible for garlic’s antibiotic action. It has been proven to kill bacteria like E-coli, Staphylococcus aureus, Salmonella typhimurium, and Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Allicin also helps reduce inflammation in the body and alleviates allergies. Garlic is one of the best home remedies for the flu because it also has antiviral activity, meaning it can prevent influenza from developing into full-blown flu symptoms.
Garlic is also a powerful anti-aging supplement. It helps prevent free radical damage that leads to wrinkles and premature aging by keeping your skin hydrated.
To ensure you’re getting enough garlic to combat the flu, eat at least one clove of garlic every day while you’re sick (or better yet, juice it) and take some extra time to prepare a garlic-filled dish for dinner. You can also add garlic to broth or tea and drink those concoctions to help you get better faster.
