9 Health Benefits of Garlic

Info source- Healthline.com 

Garlic contains sulfur compounds like allicin that offer various health benefits when consumed.

Garlic is low in calories but high in nutrients like vitamin B6, vitamin C, manganese, selenium, and fiber.

Aged garlic extract can boost the immune system, reducing the severity of cold and flu symptoms.

Garlic supplements may lower blood pressure and reduce the risk of cardiovascular events, similar to some medications but with fewer side effects.

Garlic can lower total and LDL cholesterol levels, potentially reducing the risk of heart disease.

Garlic's antioxidants may protect against oxidative damage, potentially lowering the risk of Alzheimer's and dementia.

Regular garlic consumption may contribute to a longer life, possibly due to its immune-boosting effects.

While research is limited, garlic has been historically used to enhance performance, possibly by reducing oxidative stress.

Garlic can help detoxify heavy metals like lead from the body, reducing toxicity symptoms and lead levels in the blood.