How does garlic help you lose weight?

Answer 1

Garlic contains the compound allicin which has anti-bacterial effects and helps reduce unhealthy fats and LDL (bad) cholesterol. Keep in mind, though, that there are conditions. First, this is only for raw garlic because allicin is destroyed when cooked. Second, allicin is not present in garlic in its natural state; you have to chop or smash it so that the enzyme alliinase acts on the chemical alliin converting it into allicin.

Answer 2

"Benefits of eating garlic:

- Strengthens immune system

- Prevents cardiovascular illnesses

- Contributes in absorption of Iron and Zinc

- Prevents cholesterol build-up in ducts

- Possibly prevents osteoporosis

- Prevents cancer

- Contains antioxidants

- Lowers the bad effects of eating meat"

Answer 3

Garlic, especially aged garlic, has been show to have an antioxidant effect. Antioxidants help protect the body against "free radicals", which can be a cause of cancer.

Garlic, when chopped or crushed, is high in allicin, which is an anti-fungal which has been used to treat athlete's foot. Too much exposure to garlic, though, can cause skin blistering. Garlic also contains diallyl sulphides, which can aid blood and circulation and may have positive effect on "bad" cholesterol.

It is also worth noting that garlic has almost no health benefit when cooked whole.

Consult a doctor before attempting to exploit garlic for its health benefits.

Answer 4

Garlic functions as an anti biotic and anti viral. It can strengthen your immune system and kill fungal infections. It can also kill parasites.

Answer 5

garlic is good for you because it is good for your blood.

Answer 6

A little garlic can be good for the immune system. To much garlic can be bad for the body.

Answer 7

Garlic can be good for the immune system. To much can harm the system.