Garlic Flashcards
(14 cards)
What is the main active compound in garlic and how is it formed?
Allicin; formed when garlic is crushed or chopped, converting alliin via the enzyme alliinase.
Name three key therapeutic properties of garlic.
Antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and cardiovascular support.
How does garlic support cardiovascular health?
Anti hypertensive -nitric oxide. Lowers LDL, raises HDL, reduces LDL oxidation, decreases arterial stiffness, and improves circulation via anti-coagulant effects.
How should garlic be prepared to maximize allicin content?
Crush or chop and let sit for 10 minutes before cooking; add near the end of cooking.
What detoxification benefits does garlic provide?
Promotes phase II liver detox, inhibits phase I, and stimulates antioxidant enzymes like superoxide dismutase (SOD) and glutathione peroxidase.
What are common side effects or precautions with garlic use?
GI symptoms (bloating, reflux), avoid before surgery, may interact with antiplatelet meds at high doses.
What is the suggested daily dose of fresh raw garlic?
2–5 g (1–2 cloves).
What are the energetics of garlic?
Hot, dry, pungent, spicy.
What are the benefits and clinical applications of garlic?
- Immune support.
- Digestive health.
- Anti-inflammatory.
- Cardiovascular benefits.
- Detoxification and anti-cancer.
How does garlic help with immune support?
Antimicrobial (antiviral, antifungal, antibacterial, antiparasitic).
Increases interferons and macrophages.
Used topically for infections (oral thrush, athlete’s foot, ear infections).
How does garlic help with digestive health?
Supports digestive fire.
Supports healthy gut flora and addresses dysbiosis.
What anti- inflammatory properties does garlic have?
Inhibits COX, LOX and NF-kB inflammatory pathways.
What are the cardiovascular benefits of garlic?
Lowers LDL, raises HDL and reduces LDL oxidation.
Improves blood circulation by reducing platelet aggregation.
Supports blood pressure via increased nitric oxide and reduces arterial stiffness.
What detoxification and anti-cancer properties does garlic have?
Promotes phase II liver detoxification.
Increases antioxidant enzymes superoxide dismutase (SOD) and glutathione peroxidase.
Inhibits cancer cell proliferation.
