Why put garlic under your pillow?

While garlic is best known for enhancing the flavor of our dishes or strengthening our immune defenses, a less common practice is to place it under the pillow before going to sleep. This ancient trick, adopted in several cultures, is said to have beneficial effects on sleep, health and even spiritual energy.

Skeptical? Let’s discover together five surprising reasons to adopt this habit tonight!

The surprising benefits
A deeper and more restful sleep

If you have trouble falling asleep or wake up feeling tired, garlic could be a natural solution. Thanks to its content of allicin, a sulfur compound with relaxing properties, it helps relax the nervous system and promotes sleep.

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