Allicin
Overview
Allicin is a sulfuric compound and the key biologically active ingredient responsible for the broad-spectrum of anti-bacterial activity in garlic.
Health Benefits of Allicin
Cells
Allicin may stimulate (normal) Apoptosis in some types of Cancer cells. [1]
Immune System
Allicin may stimulate (normal) Apoptosis in some types of Cancer cells. [2]
Allicin may kill many forms of Bacteria - Detrimental (i.e. it may possess Antibiotic properties) including: [3]
Clostridium perfringens [4]
Eschericia coli [5]
Salmonella species [6]
Staphylococcus aureus [7]
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- Metabolism
- Allicin Catalyzes the Production of these Substances
- Sulfuric Compounds
- These Substances Stimulate the Production of Allicin in Garlic
- Enzymes
- Dietary Sources of Allicin
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