Among the many dietary supplements in our online store, you’ll find every type imaginable. From psychedelic microdosing and medicinal mushrooms to health herbs and energy capsules. One of the supplements that might be a bit less “special,” but is very effective, is one you’d hardly expect. Meet our garlic extract—the best of the plant without the bad breath. Are you curious about how garlic extract can support your health? Then read on.
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What is garlic?
Garlic is a plant that has existed for centuries and is believed to have originated in Central Asia, although the plant “lauk” was also mentioned in the Edda, a collection of literary and mythological works from medieval Iceland, and the Ebers Papyrus from Egypt 3,500 years ago. It is a member of the daffodil family and is related to onions, leeks, and chives. Garlic is grown all over the world, but the main producers are China, India, and the United States.
Garlic is used in many different cuisines around the world. It is popular in Indian, Mediterranean, Asian, and Mexican cuisine. Garlic is also popular in North America, where it is used in dishes such as garlic bread, garlic mashed potatoes, and garlic soup. In addition, garlic is a great ingredient to add to any (world) dish. But as versatile as garlic is in your dishes, that’s not what we’re talking about today. Read on to discover the health benefits of garlic!
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The health benefits of garlic extract
Garlic is known to have all kinds of health-promoting effects. In Russia, garlic is also known as “penicillin for the poor.” For example, there is some scientific evidence for garlic’s cholesterol-lowering and blood pressure-lowering effects, while such evidence is less robust for other purported benefits, such as fighting colds and sometimes even cancer.
Garlic is known to help stimulate the immune system. One way garlic does this is by stimulating the production of white blood cells, which are the cells that fight infections. Garlic also contains compounds that help kill certain bacteria and viruses. This makes garlic, according to many, a valuable aid in helping to fight infections.
Some studies have also shown that regular consumption of garlic helps lower blood cholesterol levels. One study showed that taking garlic extract for 12 weeks resulted in a significant reduction in total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol levels. Another study showed that garlic powder was just as effective as some prescription medications in lowering cholesterol levels. This makes garlic a potential natural treatment for people with high cholesterol, although some recent studies have shown little to no effect.
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Garlic extract: all the benefits, none of the bad smell!
Let’s face it, garlic tastes delicious, but it does leave you with terrible bad breath. Garlic extract solves this problem if you still want to enjoy the benefits of garlic without the unpleasant odors. The gel capsules in our webshop contain only natural ingredients and no additives. We also offer garlic extract as a tincture.
The antibacterial and antifungal properties and other benefits of garlic mentioned above are not lost with garlic capsules or tinctures, so you simply enjoy the same health benefits as if you had eaten raw or cooked garlic. Adding garlic extract capsules to your diet is therefore a great way to add a little more garlic to your life!
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Additional information
Garlic has been extensively studied over the years, but there are still many questions surrounding its use as a supplement because it may interfere with certain medications, such as blood thinners and diuretics. Additionally, people with bleeding disorders should be cautious about consuming large amounts of garlic due to the blood-thinning effects of their medication.
A healthy lifestyle is important, as is a varied, balanced diet, for which dietary supplements are not a substitute. Keep out of reach of young children. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Store in a cool, dry, and dark place. If you have medical conditions, are taking medication, are pregnant, or are breastfeeding, consult your doctor, pharmacist, or healthcare professional before use. Stop use immediately if you experience any unwanted side effects from this product.
