Garlic - Alleviating Itching

Garlic, known for its warm nature and spicy taste, belongs to the lung, spleen, and stomach meridians. It possesses detoxifying, anti-inflammatory, and antiseptic properties. When consumed internally, garlic can also stimulate the appetite. Externally, garlic can be used to treat symptoms such as mosquito bites and skin itching.

Usage: To alleviate itching from mosquito bites, cut a garlic clove in half and rub it on the affected area. This can help relieve the itching. If you've been bitten by insects other than mosquitoes outdoors, you can use a method called "garlic scalding." Place a garlic slice on the bitten area, put a small artemisia stick on top, and ignite it. Scald the area until the discomfort or itching subsides.