Why traditionally some people keep garlic under their pillow

01: Why do people keep garlic under their pillow?

Remember those kindergarten tales where keeping garlic on the bed would scare off Vampires and keep them at bay or when the fairy Godmother would hand over some money in exchange of garlic

kept under the pillow? Well, as we grew up we realised that these fancy tales were just to keep us entertained and engaged in the fictional world.

But what if we tell you that the idea of keeping it under the pillow was not just a myth rather there are many people who still sleep with a clove of garlic under their pillow. So, what are they expecting? The fairy Godmother or Vampires or is there something else that has kept the tradition of keeping it under the pillow alive? Let’s find out…..

02: Why Garlic and does it actually work?

Garlic is a powerhouse of nutrients and antioxidants that help in improving health in several ways and since ages we have been told about the numerous health benefits of consuming garlic and most of these beliefs are backed by science. But what about this age-old belief? Is there any science backed explanation to this traditional practice?

03: The real reason!

This will surely leave you amazed as this remedy has an association with the pungent and strong smell, which can work wonders for your sleep, repel mosquitoes, insects and fix insomnia. As per the ancient remedy, it was believed that keeping a garlic clove under the pillow can help in improving sleep and also help with sleep disorders. However the scientific explanation to this is linked to the presence of Sulfur in garlic, which leads to the strong smell and it is believed that this strong smell helps in inducing sleep and leaves a calming effect.

Apart from this, keeping a bud of clove under the pillow is believed to improve the quality of sleep. But in case you hate to sleep with that strong smell, a night drink made with garlic can also help fix your erratic sleep patterns.

04: How to make this bedtime drink

To make this simple bedtime drink, take a pan and add 1 garlic clove, just smash it once and add 1 glass of milk.

You can make this drink with a twist of sweet and savoury ingredients.

Once the drink is boiled, turn off the flame and transfer to a glass, add 1 tbsp honey and a pinch of black pepper.

Mix it well and drink it cold or warm to sleep well.(TIMESOFINDIA.COM)