Sentences with phrase «effect of allicin»

While research on the specific health effects of allicin is fairly limited, there's some evidence that using allicin supplements may offer certain beneficial effects.

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Why it works: All of the beneficial effects of garlic are attributed to its sulfur - containing compounds: allicin, diallyl disulfide, diallyl trisulfide, and others.

Studies showing a positive effect of garlic and garlic preparations are those that deliver a sufficient dosage of allicin.

Garlic is especially powerful, but it's the oil of the garlic that supports detoxification, not the allicin (which is the compound known for its antimicrobial effect).

Use of allicin - containing supplements may trigger a range of side effects, including diarrhea, heartburn, gas, and nausea.

There's also some evidence that allicin's potentially cholesterol - lowering effects could help fight hardening of the arteries.

Although there are many beneficial compounds in garlic, one called allicin is thought to provide much of its antimicrobial effects (6).