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What vegetable is also called Russian penicillin?

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During World War II, a severe shortage of antibiotics prompted the Russian army to turn to a traditional remedy: garlic. This bulbous vegetable became known as 'Russian penicillin' due to its powerful antimicrobial properties, making it a critical tool for treating soldiers' wounds.