Odourless Garlic supplements

[Mr-H]

My wife takes the above, but we have just noticed a great variation in dose size. For example, the one from Holland and Barrett is a 500mg capsule which should be taken '1 to 6 capsules a day', whilst from Morrisons we have a 2mg capsule, the doseage of which is '1 capsule daily'. The H&B capsule is 250 times greater than the Morrisons one, and taking the maximum daily dose provides 3000mg, whilst the maximum doseage of Morrisons is 2mg!! This seems utterly crazy to me. Any ideas folks? Which should she follow? Is the H&B doseage potentially dangerous, or is the Morrisons one so small as to be totally ineffective?

[Fitzer]

Apparently the recommended dose of garlic per day is 4000mg (roughly two cloves) so Morrisons seems to be pretty worthless although you aren't comparing like for like as the 2g is garlic powder which equals roughly 300mg on the same basis as the H&B, see here for comparartive tests http://www.supplementscompared.com/garlic/

[Sqad]

It matters not as in my opinion there have been no properly conducted therapeutic trials from prestigious research units to suggest that garlic supplement has any beneficial effects.

[redcrx]

"Is the H&B doseage potentially dangerous"

its garlic, how can that be dangerous?

[MickyMacgraw]

Mr H I use Garlic in mega doses and suffer no ill health, colds and flu.
The benefits according to the net are :Garlic can be used to treat high cholestrol, parasites, respiratory problems, poor digestion, and low energy. Studies suggest that regularly eating garlic helps lower blood pressure, controls blood sugar and blood cholesterol, and boosts the immune system. It has also been found to reduce the risk of esophageal, stomach, and colon cancer.

And on the flipside is : Raw garlic is very strong, so eating too much could produce problems, for example irritation of or even damage to the digestive tract.

There are a few people who are allergic to garlic. Symptoms of garlic allergy include skin rash, temperature and headaches. Also, garlic could potentially disrupt anti-coagulants, so it's best avoided before surgery. As with any medicine, always check with your doctor first and tell your doctor if you are using it.

Important: Research published in 2001 concluded that garlic supplements "can cause a potentially harmful side effect when combined with a type of medication used to treat HIV/AIDS"

So at the doses you have stated it seems safe but as usual any questions regarding health, medicines, vitamins and herbs etc.. Your best bet is to consult your gp and do some research and make an educated decision based on the facts you receive.

[Sqad]

micky.

<< Studies suggest that regularly eating garlic helps lower blood pressure, controls blood sugar and blood cholesterol, and boosts the immune system. It has also been found to reduce the risk of esophageal, stomach, and colon cancer.<<<

Reputable studies ?.......I have yet to find any. Plenty of evidence from studies backed by "health" experts wting in "Health Magazines"


<<Important: Research published in 2001 concluded that garlic supplements "can cause a potentially harmful side effect when combined with a type of medication used to treat HIV/AIDS" <<<

and many other drug interactions.

I have no problem with people spending their money on supplements, but let us get the scientific facts correct.

[Rodge2]

My sister is a transplant patient (kidney). Post transplant she used to always get a chest infection every winter (the immuno suppressants make you more vulnerable to infection) - this went on for about 4 years and some years she had more than one bout. Then she started taking garlic capsules each day. 18 years later she has not had one chest infection since starting the garlic. She just ups the dose if she gets a bit of a cold, and it stops it in its tracks. Annecdotal evidence maybe, but compelling.

[Sqad]

rodge.....anecdotal..YES but compelling???????

[sherminator]

Rodge that has to be the worst example of proof I have ever read in my life.....sorry!

[Rodge2]

Why do you think that?

[MickyMacgraw]

Sqad there is no doubt in my mind that amongst the billions of bits of information on the web a reputable study/studies exist and if not this could be due to funding etc.. so does not render the garlic capsule useless. The fact is that many people swear by this because it works, I know the human mind is a powerful thing but I seriously don't think the placebo affect can be this strong.

[Sqad]

micky.....right.

[237SJ]

I remember when they lauded the effects of Royal Jelly.....

[MickyMacgraw]

They still sell this at H&B 237SJ and as far as I can see its just a substance that contains miniscule amounts of vitamins. How is this harvested, from bees hives or synthetically made in the lab? Either way those allergic to bees and honey should steedr clear.
People who are allergic to bees and honey, and those who have asthma, can face real dangers if they take royal jelly. Reactions ranging from bronchial spasms, skin irritations, and asthma attacks, to more severe anaphylactic shock, and even death, have been reported from its ingestion. As with many supplements, pregnant and lactating women and small children need to refrain from using royal jelly. To be on the safe side, anyone with a compromised immune system also needs to beware.

[whiskeryron]

I am very happy to tell you that garlic in any form is still the most effective deterrant to practicing vampires.