🧄 Garlic (Allium sativum)
📝 Last reviewed: August 2026
In short: Garlic (Allium sativum) contains Allicin, ajoene, sulphur compounds and is traditionally used for cold prevention (modest), blood pressure support, heart health. Good — small consistent reductions in blood pressure and cholesterol; modest cold-duration benefit. It is not a treatment for any condition — this page is general wellness information, not medical advice.
| Active compounds | Allicin, ajoene, sulphur compounds |
|---|---|
| Common uses | Cold prevention (modest), Blood pressure support, Heart health |
| Preparation | Crush fresh cloves and let sit 10 min before cooking to activate allicin; aged extract for supplements. |
| Safety dosage | 1-2 fresh cloves/day, or 600-1200mg aged extract daily. |
❓ Questions about Garlic (Allium sativum)
What is Garlic (Allium sativum) used for? It is traditionally used for cold prevention (modest), blood pressure support, heart health. Traditional use is not the same as proven treatment.
How is Garlic (Allium sativum) prepared? Crush fresh cloves and let sit 10 min before cooking to activate allicin; aged extract for supplements.
What is a safe dose of Garlic (Allium sativum)? 1-2 fresh cloves/day, or 600-1200mg aged extract daily.
What does the evidence say about Garlic (Allium sativum)? Good — small consistent reductions in blood pressure and cholesterol; modest cold-duration benefit.
Who should avoid Garlic (Allium sativum)? Blood-thinning effect — tell your doctor before surgery; avoid with warfarin; may cause heartburn; stop 1 week before surgery.
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