The benefits of garlic have been known since ancient times – it’s nothing new. However, few people know what happens if you light a clove of garlic and let it smolder for 15 minutes. The result can be surprising.

Few people know that if you lightly burn a clove of garlic and let it smolder, the air in the room will begin to fill with a specific aroma – spicy, slightly smoky, but surprisingly clean.

After just 10–15 minutes, you may notice that the mustiness disappears, breathing becomes easier, and in some cases, you even feel better.

In some countries, people still believe that if they burn garlic at the entrance to the house, it will create an invisible shield against envy and the evil eye.

My Belarusian grandmother burns the garlic and leaves it for 15 minutes: you will be in shock, recognizing the cause

There are also more practical applications. For example, if a clove of garlic is lightly charred over a fire, then gently peeled and applied to the aching tooth, it can provide temporary pain relief due to its anti-inflammatory properties.

Reviews indicate that roasted garlic smoke helps fight nasal congestion, mild coughs and chronic fatigue. Some even use it during meditation to improve concentration and feel inner peace.

It is not without reason that in some cultures, bunches of garlic were hung over doors and windows. It was not only a symbol of protection, but also a kind of invitation to health and well-being.

My Belarusian grandmother burns a piece of hair and leaves it for 15 minutes: you will be in shock, recognizing the cause

Even now, in the age of technology, more and more people are returning to ancient practices – because they work.

So next time you feel tired or just want to clear your space, try this simple ritual.