Garlic Lowers Blood Pressure in Hypertensive Individuals, Regulates Serum Cholesterol, and Stimulates Immunity: An Updated Meta-analysis and Review
Ried K
Published in Journal of Nutrition
Methodology
Updated meta-analysis and review of randomized controlled trials of garlic preparations on blood pressure, lipids and immune markers.
Key Findings
Garlic lowered systolic blood pressure by about 8 mmHg and diastolic by about 5 mmHg in hypertensive participants, and reduced total cholesterol by roughly 8% in those with elevated levels.
Conclusions
Garlic produces clinically meaningful blood pressure reductions in hypertensive individuals, comparable to some first-line drugs.
Limitations
Heterogeneous garlic preparations and doses; several trials small and industry-supported.
Supplements Studied
Garlic lowered systolic blood pressure by about 8 mmHg and diastolic by about 5 mmHg in hypertensive individuals.
Outcomes Measured
Garlic lowered systolic blood pressure by about 8 mmHg and diastolic by about 5 mmHg in hypertensive individuals.
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