Therefore, garlic reduces the production of cholesterol as well as its precursors. Besides lowering blood cholesterol, garlic can also prevent blood clot formation, reduce blood pressure and inhibit the oxidation of cholesterol.
Reductionistic model (reduces illness to low level processes- cell and chemical imbalances). Single factor model of illness, explains illness in terms of biological malfunction rather then recognizing a variety of factors. Assumes mind body dualism. Emphasizes illness.
Watson's model makes seven assumptions: 1  Caring can be effectively demonstrated and practiced only interpersonally. 2  Caring consists of carative factors that result in the satisfaction of certain human needs. 3  Effective caring promotes health and individual or family growth.