In a recent AP press release it was reported that the country of Moldava was increasing the amount of garlic and onions its soldiers were getting in order to protect them from the swine flu. The decision came after 24 soldiers came down with the H1N1 flu in a span of two weeks. The soldiers will now be getting an extra 25 grams of onion and 15 grams of garlic per day in order to boost their immune system and help them in fight against the dreaded swine flu that has encompassed the world.
For those who do not know, The Republic of Moldova is teeny tiny little country that sits next Romania and the Ukraine. This former Soviet republic boasts an army of 6500 soldiers and is known mainly for its agriculture contributions to the world. Being a country with such a rich agricultural heritage, it should come as no surprise that garlic has been used there for centuries as a traditional remedy to help boost the immune system. Continue reading ‘Garlic – A Soldier’s Best Friend’ »