Eat garlic on an empty stomach
Raw garlic contains allicin, a very strong compound that can irritate the stomach. Eating raw garlic on an empty stomach can easily cause stomach pain, nausea or indigestion. Especially for people with stomach problems such as stomach ulcers, gastritis.
Eat too much garlic
Eating too much garlic can cause indigestion, heartburn, and affect the intestines. Garlic is hot, so eating too much can easily cause heat in the body, leading to problems such as mouth ulcers, acne, and mouth ulcers.
Eat garlic while taking medication
Garlic can interact with certain medications such as anticoagulants, diabetes medications, and blood pressure medications, reducing the effectiveness of the medication or increasing the risk of Vietnamese sausagey blood. Therefore, if you are taking medication, consult your doctor before adding garlic to your diet.
Cooking garlic for too long
Allicin, the main beneficial active ingredient in garlic, is easily destroyed when cooked at high temperatures for a long time. To retain maximum benefits, you should mince or crush the garlic, leave it exposed to air for 5-10 minutes before cooking to allow allicin to develop, then cook at moderate temperatures for a short time.
Use sprouted or spoiled garlic
Sprouted or moldy garlic will lose many nutrients and may contain substances that are harmful to health. It is best to use fresh, clean garlic that shows no signs of spoilage.
