The Goods on Garlic and Carrots!

Garlic

Ever heard the saying "An apple a day keeps the doctor away?" The same goes for garlic! One clove of raw garlic contains more than 100 sulphuric compounds - enough to eliminate bacteria and infection. Garlic also provides protection against heart disease by helping to lower blood pressure and cholesterol. It is an excellent source of Vitamins B6 and C, as well as the trace minerals manganese and selenium.

Carrots

This powerful antioxidant is packed with Vitamin A and beta-carotene which help produce healthy hair, skin and nails. Carrots are also known to help minimize the appearance of wrinkles, acne and other skin blemishes. They are also helpful to eat to promote good vision, especially night vision, as well as protecting against macular degeneration and cataracts.

Dr. Ashely Gordon is a Squamish-based Naturopathic Physician and owner of Garibaldi Health Clinic, an integrative health care facility offering safe and effective care including Naturopathic Medicine, Traditional Chinese Medicine, Acupuncture, Homeopathy, Massage, Midwifery and Physical Therapy. Dr. Gordon’s treatments focus on the whole person, from the physical and mental to the emotional and spiritual realms. To learn more about what Naturopathic Medicine can do for you, or to make an appointment, visit www.garibaldihealthclinic.com or call 604 898 1999.