Aged Garlic Extract
Commonly used for
Heart HealthMetabolic Health
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What is it? / Overview
Garlic contains sulfur compounds that may modestly reduce blood pressure and improve cardiovascular health. Effects are generally small but clinically meaningful in some individuals.
How is it used? / Administration
Form: Aged garlic extract
Typical dose studied: 600–1,200 mg/day
Timing: With meals
Aged garlic extract has best evidence and tolerability. Raw garlic has high variability.
How well does it work? / Evidence
~ Moderate evidence
Who should avoid it?
Avoid with: Bleeding disorder / Coagulopathy
Interacts with: Anticoagulants; Antiplatelet drugs
Already taking it? Stop approximately one week before surgery unless advised otherwise.
Research & references
Ried K et al. Garlic and blood pressure. AHA cardiovascular herb reviews. Cochrane Reviews on garlic.
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