In this article we shall have a basic understanding of the health benefits in garlic

1. Garlic contains compounds with effective medicinal properties

2. Garlic is highly nutritious but has very few calories

3. Garlic combats sicknesses including the common cold and as well boosts immunity

4. Garlic contains compounds that will battle blood pressure and avert cardiovascular diseases

5. Garlic regulates cholesterol levels which may prevent heart diseases

6. Garlic contains antioxidants that may help prevent Alzheimer's disease and dementia

7. Athletic performance can be improved greatly with the adequate intake of garlic

8. Garlic has been shown to protect against organ damage from heavy metal toxicity at high doses.