This ancient species is not only highly regarded as the crucial ingredient in a multitude of dishes from many cultures, it is also recognized as a powerful medicinal herb. The therapeutic benefits of garlic have been confirmed through major clinical studies conducted worldwide. The following is a brief summary of some of the conclusions.

Studies from around the world have shown that garlic consumption can reduce the risk of heart disease caused by the hardening of the arteries. Garlic intake lowers cholesterol and high blood pressure, and also improves circulation throughout your body.

Argentina, Italy, Switzerland, Japan, and North America have all done studies confirming the cancer-preventative properties of garlic. In fact, these constituents have shown to inhibit the formation of cancer-causing cells. Unfortunately, garlic is not yet commonly accepted as an effective treatment for cancer, even though it has been proven to prevent the growth of many different cancers including those of the breast, colon, prostate, stomach, and lungs.

Garlic intake greatly enhances the immune system, and has been proven to have anti-bacterial, anti-viral, and anti-fungal properties. It is also a powerful anti-oxidant with the ability to neutralize damaging free radicals before they can harm healthy cells, and it has been proven to aid in the healing of these conditions: respiratory infection, heavy metal poisoning, ear infection, high blood sugar, stress adaptability, alcohol poisoning, and dysentery. Therefore, daily consumption of garlic is extremely beneficial to one's overall health.

Within garlic and its oils lies a myriad of nutrients. Garlic is rich in protein, as well as Vitamins A, B1, and C. There are many essential minerals found in garlic including: calcium, magnesium, potassium, phosphorous, iron, copper, zinc, selenium, chloride, germanium, and sulphur compounds. Within this beneficial herb there are seventeen amino acids, including the eight manufactured by the human body.