EXPLORING THE MECHANISMS OF GARLIC IN LOWERING BLOOD PRESSURE
Published By MintGenie Team | 01 Mar, 2024
Garlic's Healing Potential
Beyond flavouring meals, garlic proves beneficial in treating chronic diseases, including cholesterol reduction, cancer prevention, blood thinning, and notably, lowering blood pressure.
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How Does Garlic Lower High BP?
Allicin, the primary active compound in garlic, is credited for its role in reducing blood pressure by inhibiting the production of angiotensin, a hormone that constricts blood vessels.
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Allicin's Role in Blood Pressure Regulation
By inhibiting angiotensin, allicin facilitates improved blood flow, potentially lowering blood pressure, while garlic's antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties further aid in hypertension prevention and reduction.
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Here are some of the best forms of garlic consumption:
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Raw Garlic
Eating raw garlic, activates alliinase and converts alliin into allicin, a potent compound for lowering blood pressure.
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Garlic Powder
Garlic powder, containing 3.6mg to 5.4mg of allicin, can lead to a 9-12% reduction in high blood pressure with a daily intake of 600-900mg.
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Salad
Incorporating minced or grated garlic into daily salads not only adds flavour but also contributes to reducing high blood pressure.
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Garlic Milk
Creating a mixture of minced garlic cloves with warm milk, supplemented by a tablespoon of honey, provides a holistic approach to reducing high blood pressure and promoting overall health.