6 Minute English Do you like garlic?
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Nov 6, 2025 Garlic isn't just for cooking; its uses are fascinating! Chefs share why they can't imagine cooking without it, while historical insights reveal its medicinal properties. Explore how garlic has been used to treat ailments and even boost desire. Discover why the Jain community avoids garlic due to beliefs about non-violence. Plus, hear about modern science backing garlic's health benefits. The rich history and versatility of this ingredient will have you rethinking its role in your kitchen!
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Chefs Praise Garlic's Ubiquity
- Jason Chan and Paul Eric Jensen describe loving garlic and using it across many dishes.
- They say garlic is indispensable and appears in stocks, soups, vegetables and meats.
Garlic's Historical Importance
- Garlic has been valued across ancient civilisations for both food and medicinal benefits.
- Romans spread garlic into Europe and cultures praised its health-giving powers.
Medicinal Uses Were Wide-Ranging
- Historical uses of garlic included remedies for cancer, scurvy, plague and respiratory ailments.
- The episode defines an 'ailment' as an illness or minor health problem to clarify usage.