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A highly pungent herb with grass-like leaves rising from a collection of bulbets or cloves. The country of origin is not known for certain, but it is believed to have spread from Siberia through to Europe and central Asia. The plant is cultivated worldwide, but Egypt, Bulgaria and France are the major oil-producing countries.
Extraction Method
Steam distillation of the fresh, crushed bulbs.
Nature of the Oil
A colourless to pale yellow liquid. It has an overpowering sulphurous odour which can only be described as 'garlicky'.
Main Constituents
Allicin, various suiphides such as allyipropyl disuiphide, citral, geraniol, linalol, phellandrene.
Because of its offensive odour and skin irritant properties, garlic oil is best taken orally in the form of garlic capsules for conditions such as gastrointestinal infections, intestinal worms, respiratory ailments, heart and circulatory disorders, and as a prophylactic against infectious illness such as colds and flu.
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Directions
Take 1-2 capsules, 2 times per day.
Ingredients
High Potency Organic Garlic (Allium sativum) - 450 mg
Cautions
Do not use in combination with blood-thinning drugs without professional medical advice. Gastrointestinal disturbance may occur in sensitive people.
Garlic in any shape or form is contra-indicated for those suffering from eczema or irritation of the stomach or intestines, or for breastfeeding mothers (it may cause colic in the infant). Applied externally, the oil can burn or irritate the skin.
Additional Information
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These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Products are intended to support general well being and are not intended to treat, diagnose, mitigate, prevent, or cure any condition or disease. If conditions persist, please seek advice from your medical doctor. The essence of the current American rule on Traditional Uses is, as stated by FTC, "Claims based on historical or traditional use should be substantiated by confirming scientific evidence, or should be presented in such a way that consumers understand that the sole basis for the claim is a history of use of the product for a particular purpose."
