Garlic Health BenefitsGMany of the garlic health benefits are proven in extensive studies done around the world. Most people believe that it can promote overall health health but there are much more uses than just that! The table below provide details of all the evidence of how useful this herb can be for wellness and health. In three words, we can summarize it. Just take it. 
Garlic
Health Benefits EvidenceFor a quick summary of the information below, see the article Garlic. |
 (What's this?) |
Atherosclerosis
(Hardening of the Arteries)
Research studies show that garlic at a dose of around 900 mg daily slows down the development of atherosclerosis. The studies suggest it act as an antioxidant on the blood vessel walls. Thus it protects the vessel walls against the damage caused by the "bad cholesterol", known as low-density lipoprotein (LDL). Garlic powder also acts like an Aspirin, thinning the blood out a little to prevent blood clots and preventing heart attacks. Garlic health benefits for the heart health is strongly supported by good research studies. |
 |
High Blood
Pressure
(Hypertension)
Evidence
suggests that garlic can lower blood pressure up to 7%. Studies show
that it relaxes the smooth muscle surrounding the blood vessels. This
will cause blood pressure to drop. |
 |
Tick Bites
Two
studies suggest that individuals taking garlic at a high dose of 1200
mg daily seem to have less tick bites compared to those who did not
take it. |
|
Fatigue
The anti-fatigue benefit of the herb has been shown to promote exercise endurance in animal studies. In human studies, it has been shown that it produces improvement in people with physical fatigue and fatigues due to colds. |
| |
Ringworm /
Candida
(Tinea Corporis)
The gels containing ajoene is as effective as the cream Lamisil (terbinafine). It seems to kill various bacteria and fungus such as E. coli, Staph. aureus. and Candida albicans. It also seems to kill virus such as herpes simplex virus type 1, type 2 and some cold virus. |
|
|
Jock Itch
(Tinea
cruris) / Athlete’s Foot (Tinea pedis) The gels containing ajoene is as effective as the cream Lamisil (terbinafine) for treating and curing athlete's foot. |
|
Colorectal
Cancer
Studies done on several population groups show that garlic consumed from food sources decreases the risk of colorectal (colon) cancer. However, we are not sure if the same benefit exists from taking the supplements. It seems to boost the immune system and detoxify your body. In laboratory research, it appears to be effective against other types of cancer cells. |
|
Diabetes A study shows that garlic has no effect in lowering blood sugar levels. However, it does have various anti-oxidant properties that would greatly benefit a person with diabetes. It improves the metabolic control in people with diabetes. This leads to reducing the complications of type 2 (non-insulin dependent) diabetes. |
|
Common Cold
/ Influenza (Flu) Some evidence indicates that taking the herb regularly helps to reduce and to prevent the common cold and the flu. |
|
Prostate Cancer
There are several studies that showed benefits of eating 2 grams daily. It reduces prostate cancer risk by about 50%. |
|
Warts
There are researched evidences that an oil-based solution helps to remove warts on hands. |
 |
Stomach Cancer
(Gastric Cancer) Studies done on several population groups show that garlic consumed from food sources decreases of getting stomach cancer. We are not sure if the same benefit exists from taking the supplements. (See also colorectal cancer.) |
|
Enlarged
Prostate -
(Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia/BPH)
200 to 400 mg three times daily200 to 400 mg three times daily200 to 400 mg three times daily200 to 400 mg three times daily |
|
Breast Cancer
A large European study showed a good inverse relationship between eating garlic and the risk of developing breast cancer. |
|
Ovarian Cancer
A large European study showed a good inverse relationship between eating garlic and the risk of developing ovarian cancer. |
|
Stroke In animal studies, the extract reduces the risk of stroke. It appears to be due its antioxidant and blood thinning effect. |
|
Wound Healing A research study showed that a 15% concentration of the aged garlic extract caused the wound on the skins of young chicks to healing quickly compared to applying just regular lotion. |
 |
Pre-Eclampsia Acne Treatment Skin Tags |
Related Articles and Resources for Garlic Health Benefits
Get the Full Review on Garlic including Side Effects and Dose to UseHeart Disease - What Herbs Can Prevent This Deadly Disease?
High Cholesterol - Natural Remedies that Work
Return to Garlic
