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Garlic: Garlic is in the same family as onions and leeks, and purportedly provided ancient Roman soldiers the courage to battle the barbarians. Whether or not it gives you courage, it is known to lower blood pressure, which is great for your heart and helps prevent stroke. In addition, it has a long history as a digestive aid, so don't be shy with this wonderful herb, no matter what it does to your breath!
heart healthy, lowers blood pressure, prevents stroke, lowers bad cholesterol

Ginger: This spicy root is known as the universal remedy. Although it's well-known as a stomach soother, it also improves circulation, fights tumors, reduces inflammation and boosts the immune system. Oh, and it's good for pain and a fever. The only possible drawbacks are for people with gallstones or those on blood thinners.
improves circulation and lowers cholesterol

Recipe

Green Papaya Salad

serves
prep time: 10

ingredients

Active time: 30 min. Start to finish: 30 min.
1 (1- to 1 1/4 lb.) green papaya
1 large tomato, chopped
2 oz. Asian-style beef jerky (optional), cut into fine julienne
2 large garlic cloves, minced
2 small (1 inch) fresh Asian chiles such as bird or Thai, minced
1 tablespoon minced peeled galangal or ginger
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
4 1/2 teaspoons Asian fish sauce
4 1/2 teaspoons sugar
Accompaniment: soft-leaf lettuce

directions

Peel and seed papaya. Cut into large pieces and then julienne. Combine with tomato, jerky, garlic, chiles, and galangal in a large bowl. Stir together lime juice, fish sauce, and sugar in a small bowl until sugar is dissolved and toss with papaya mixture.

Mound salad on a platter and serve with lettuce leaves for wrapping.