Not exact matches
Allicin affects RNA synthesis, inhibiting the reproduction
of viruses and bacteria, while phenols and quercetin possess antioxidant
properties, inhibiting the cellular damage caused by free radicals.
The antioxidant
properties of stabilized
allicin found in garlic may also help protect the skin from environmental damage.
When a whole clove is chopped or crushed these compounds combine to form
allicin, a compound with soothing
properties that may provide a measure
of comfort while garlic does it's other magic.
While one
of the main nutrients in raw garlic is
allicin, which has antimicrobial
properties, black garlic doesn't have as much, because it tends to be broken down during the fermentation process.
White fruits and vegetables contain a range
of health - promoting phytochemicals such as
allicin (found in garlic) which is known for its antiviral and antibacterial
properties.
According to a 2001 paper published in «The Journal
of Nutrition,» long - term extraction
of garlic, for up to 20 months, creates antioxidant
properties by modifying certain less stable compounds that also possess antioxidant activity, such as
allicin.