ABSTRACT
Garlic (Allium sativum) has been valued for its medicinal properties for centuries. In recent years, this interest has been reflected by numerous studies investigating the potential of garlic to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease and cancer. 1–4 The ability of garlic and related components to serve as antioxidants 5 and influence immunocompetence 6 and possibly cognitive function 7 suggest that its health implications may be extremely widespread.
