Garlic has astonishing healing powers. Its biological complexity is its greatest strength: it breaks down into a number of compounds that function as a whole family of medicines and hence can be applied to a wide variety of ailments. It not only boosts the immune system but also has valuable antibacterial, antiviral and antifungal properties. In Garlic Natasha Edwards not only reveals the extraordinary health benefits of garlic, which are supported by both scientific and herbalist traditions, but provides home remedies for specific ailments, as well as how garlic should be consumed to maximise its therapeutic benefits. A comprehensive guide to growing your own garlic includes recommendations of varieties and tips on how to cultivate and store your crop to maintain its remedial properties. There is also a collection of 40 simple and varied recipes, from classic dishes such as Aioli and Chicken with 40 Cloves of Garlic to salad dressings and immune-boosting winter soups.