Garlic in Autism – Miscreant Microglia? ACE inhibition? or even Nitric Oxide?
Many people avoid garlic because it gives you bad breath, but if you eat enough of it, it can be a potent drug. There is a substantial amount of research about garlic and general health - it is consistently positive. However, there is an odd resistance to tell people about it. A good example is this quote from the website of the UK’s National Health Service . “Studies using high concentrations of garlic extracts have been associated with improved blood circulation, healthier cholesterol levels and lower blood pressure, all of which reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease. However, current evidence does not support the use of garlic supplements to improve health.” Which sounds like “garlic is really good for you, but don’t eat it”. Garlic has numerous different modes of action that have a potential health benefit, the best known relate to your heart and circulation, but there are others. Garlic and Neurological Conditions with Activated Microglia There...