Garlic
Garlic is the edible bulb from a plant in the lily family. It has been used both as a spice and as a folk or traditional remedy for various health conditions for thousands of years.
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This fact sheet provides basic information about garlic—common names, what the science says, potential side effects and cautions, and resources for more information.
For Consumers
General Information
Research Spotlights
Ongoing Medical Studies
- Find Active Medical Research Studies on Garlic (ClinicalTrials.gov)
Safety Information
For Health Professionals
NCCAM Clinical Digest
Scientific Literature
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Systematic Reviews/Reviews/Meta-analysis (PubMed®)
- Randomized Controlled Trials (PubMed®)
- Herb-Drug Interactions (PubMed®)
