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While you can incorporate garlic into your diet, some people do not appreciate the taste or smell, or may benefit from a way to ensure a regular daily dosage of a set amount.
Mikaili, P., Maadirad, S., Moloudizargari, M., Aghajanshakeri, S., & Sarahroodi, S. (2013). Therapeutic Uses and Pharmacological Properties of Garlic, Shallot, and Their Biologically Active Compounds. Iranian Journal of Basic Medical Sciences, 16(10), 1031–1048.To date, there are not many known side effects of having garlic in your diet. The ingestion of 1 or 2 cloves of raw garlic a day is considered safe for most. 3 There have been some reports of flatulence or gastrointestinal distress if garlic is eaten on an empty stomach in high amounts. 3
Before taking garlic, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to any other ingredients that may be listed on the product label; or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients (such as soybean oil), which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details. We sell Holland & Barrett Odourless Garlic 50 Capsules, and each capsule is standardised to contain 2.1mg of allicin. For normal immune function and no garlic burps, you can take this supplement once a day, preferably with a meal. Free radicals carry an unpaired electron which, when exposed to chemical processes in the body, can become hyper-reactive and cause damage to the body’s cells (known as oxidative stress). 3The short answer is yes. Garlic bulbs contain allicin, which is released when garlic is cut. Allicin helps maintain healthy cholesterol levels.