{"id":4402,"date":"2022-02-01T13:01:00","date_gmt":"2022-02-01T07:31:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/?p=4402"},"modified":"2026-03-18T04:48:03","modified_gmt":"2026-03-18T04:48:03","slug":"top-10-health-benefits-of-garlic","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/top-10-health-benefits-of-garlic\/","title":{"rendered":"Health Benefits of Garlic (Lahsun)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n<\/head>

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Introduction\u00a0<\/a><\/li>
Garlic Nutritional Chart<\/a><\/li>
The Health Benefits of Eating Garlic (Lahsun)<\/a><\/li>
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><\/li>
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<\/span>Introduction<\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nGarlic is a spice that is used in the kitchen for centuries. This herb is known to have curative and medicinal properties because of its antibacterial and antiseptic nature. These beneficial properties of garlic are because of a compound, allicin. Garlic is also rich in minerals like phosphorus, zinc, potassium, and magnesium. Vitamin C, vitamin K, folate, niacin and thiamine also are found abundantly in garlic ^{1<\/sup><\/a>^,<\/sup>}^{2<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n}
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<\/span>Garlic Nutritional Chart<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nHere is the nutritional chart for 100 grams of raw garlic. Note that 1 medium to large garlic clove weighs between 3-8 grams each. The RDI- Percentage of recommended daily intake of garlic is as follows ^{5<\/sup><\/a>:<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n}
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Calories<\/strong>: 149 kcal \u2013 7% of RDI\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Carbohydrates<\/strong>: 33.1 g \u2013 11% of RDI\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Fibre<\/strong>: 2.1 g \u2013 8% of RDI\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Fats<\/strong>: 0.5 g \u2013 1% of RDI\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Protein<\/strong>: 6.4 g \u2013 13% of RDI\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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Vitamin B6<\/strong>: 1.2 mg \u2013 62% of RDI\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Vitamin C<\/strong>: 31.2 mg \u2013 52% of RDI\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Thiamin<\/strong>: 0.2 mg \u2013 13% of RDI\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Riboflavin<\/strong>: 0.1 mg \u2013 6% of RDI\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Also contains<\/em>: Vitamins A, E, K, Niacin, Folate, Pantothenic acid, and Choline\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Minerals<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Manganese<\/strong>: 1.7 mg \u2013 84% of RDI\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Selenium<\/strong>: 14.2 mcg \u2013 20% of RDI\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Calcium<\/strong>: 181 mg \u2013 18% of RDI\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Copper<\/strong>: 0.3 mg \u2013 15% of RDI\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Phosphorus<\/strong>: 153 mg \u2013 15% of RDI\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Potassium<\/strong>: 401 mg \u2013 11% of RDI\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Iron<\/strong>: 1.7 mg \u2013 9% of RDI\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Also contains<\/em>: Zinc, Magnesium, and Sodium\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<\/span>The Health Benefits of Eating Garlic (Lahsun)<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n1. Reduce Cough and Cold<\/strong>\u00a0<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Benefits of eating raw garlic are many, as raw garlic has the potential to reduce cough and cold in children and adults^{3<\/sup><\/a>. Research}^{4<\/sup><\/a> suggests that using garlic may help relieve symptoms of congestion in children.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n}
2. Good for Cardiac Health<\/strong>\u00a0<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Garlic benefits cardiac health because allicin, a compound found in garlic stops the oxidizing of LDL (bad cholesterol). This reduces cholesterol levels and improves heart health. Regular consumption of garlic reduces the incidence of blood clots and thus helps prevent thromboembolism . Garlic also lowers blood pressure so is good for patients with hypertension ^{1<\/sup><\/a>^,<\/sup>}^{3<\/sup><\/a>^,<\/sup>}^{6<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n}
3. Improves Brain Functioning<\/strong>\u00a0<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Several studies ^{7<\/sup><\/a> suggest that garlic may be beneficial for brain health because of its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties It may be effective in neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer\u2019s and dementia}^{6<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n}
4. Improves Digestion<\/strong>\u00a0<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Digestive problems improve with the inclusion of raw garlic in the diet. It has shown beneficial effects on\u00a0 the intestines and also reduces inflammation. Eating raw garlic helps to clear out intestinal worms. The advantage of garlic is it promotes the growth of good bacteria and reduces the bad bacteria thus helping in better digestive health ^{6<\/sup><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n}
5. Regulates Blood Sugar<\/strong>\u00a0<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Research ^{1<\/sup><\/a> suggests that those who have diabetes may observe their blood sugar levels improve by eating raw garlic, but always}consult a doctor<\/a><\/strong> to know if this can be beneficial to your case before making changes to your diet.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
6. Boosts Immunity<\/strong>\u00a0<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Garlic may help reduce free radicals and damage to the DNA. The zinc in garlic may promote immunity and the vitamin C may help with infections. Garlic may also be beneficial in eye and ear infections because of their antimicrobial properties ^{1<\/sup><\/a>^,<\/sup>}^{2<\/sup><\/a>.<\/p>}
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