Helps Manage Blood Pressure
Hypertension (high blood pressure) is a common chronic disorder in which one’s blood pressure is abnormally high. Although most people are asymptomatic, the condition can result in fatal complications.
Research has shown [7] that garlic is potentially useful in managing the condition. It contains antioxidants that can help reduce blood pressure. Several human studies [8] have confirmed that the consumption of garlic supplements can help significantly lower blood pressure in people with hypertension.
The quantity of garlic required to produce these positive effects is high. A 24-week study [9] using between 600 and 1,500 mg of aged garlic extract found that it was as effective as Atenolol (a blood pressure drug) during the test period. You would need to consume about four cloves of garlic daily to achieve comparable results.