One of the best ways to be prepared is to understand the radiation protection principles of time, distance and shielding. During a radiological emergency (a large release of radioactive material into the environment), we can use these principles to help protect ourselves and our families.
What you eat can affect how you smellâbut fortunately, some foods act like sweet perfumes. Garlic is a super healthy food, with studies indicating it may help prevent cancer, heart disease, and even the common cold.
If you love garlic-flavored foods, you will probably keep eating them despite the potentially socially unacceptable consequences. One potential benefit to eating garlic is that the smell may act as an insect repellent, keeping away not only social acquaintances, but also more pesky mosquitoes and other insects.