Dr. Mercola Fermented Black Garlic

Supplement Facts

Serving Size: 2 Capsules

Amount Per Serving

%DV

Fermented Black Garlic (Allium sativum) Bulb Powder

692 mg

Fermented Black Garlic (Allium sativum) Bulb Extract

120 mg

S-Allyl-Cysteine

1.2 mg

The product is found useful for the following medical conditions

We investigated the effects of allicin, a compound derived from garlic, on various types of cancer. Our literature review pulled input from trustworthy sources, including well-regarded medical databases. The study primarily aimed to assess whether allicin could inhibit cancer cell growth and its broader therapeutic potential.

Through our exploration, we found that allicin shows considerable promise in fighting cancer. Specifically, cell line studies demonstrated that this compound can significantly reduce the growth of cancer cells across different types, including breast, pancreatic, liver, and colorectal cancers. This evidence highlights allicin's potential as an effective treatment option.

We also took a closer look at existing patent statistics and clinical studies to better understand allicin's advantages. The data reinforced that allicin stands out for its various therapeutic properties, making it an important focal point for future cancer research.

Overall, we are excited to share how garlic, through its active compound allicin, can potentially play a role in cancer therapies, showing real hope in the ongoing battle against this disease.

7.5

Natural cancer aid

Most Useful Review

11 people found this helpful

Excellent! Black garlic is natural, slightly processed with heat and warmth, containing no chemicals. It offers numerous health benefits, including boosting immunity, aiding liver repair, high antioxidant content, controlling insulin secretion, fighting cancer, enhancing heart health, improving brain function, and boosting testosterone levels.

Heart Attack details

SCIENTIFIC SCORE

Moderately Effective

Based on 2 Researches

Garlic's allicin aids heart recovery

Gao Y, Qin G, Liang S, Yin J, Wang B, et al. Metagenomic Sequencing Combined with Metabolomics to Explore Gut Microbiota and Metabolic Changes in Mice with Acute Myocardial Infarction and the Potential Mechanism of Allicin. Drug Des Devel Ther. 2025;19:771. doi:10.2147/DDDT.S504884

We induced acute myocardial infarction (AMI) in mice to investigate the impact of allicin, a key component of garlic, on heart health. Over 28 days, we administered allicin orally while monitoring various factors such as heart function and inflammation through echocardiography and other tests.

Our findings revealed that allicin significantly eased myocardial injury, reducing markers of inflammation and improving heart function. It did this by inhibiting certain pathways associated with inflammation and remodeling gut microbiota, which plays a role in overall health.

Essentially, we found that allicin not only supports heart recovery but also enhances intestinal barrier health and improves metabolic balance. This discovery opens up exciting avenues for allicin to be considered as a supplementary treatment alongside conventional therapies for heart attacks.

7.5

Natural health support

Most Useful Review

Dr. Mercola's Fermented Black Garlic provides a rich source of antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals for heart health and immune support. The fermentation process reduces garlic's strong odour, making it more pleasant to consume. It's gluten-free, soy-free, and non-GMO, suitable for various dietary requirements, ideal for those looking for natural heart and immune support.

High Cholesterol details

Natural cholesterol remedy

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3 people found this helpful

Best garlic in my house. I have been seeking a natural way to lower cholesterol, and this is working wonderfully!

Liver Disease details

Supports liver function

Most Useful Review

1 people found this helpful

For liver health and its antiparasitic effects, garlic is a source of sulphur, essential for liver functioning, along with B vitamins, protein, and zinc. It also has a slight antiparasitic effect against pathogenic microflora in the gastrointestinal tract. If you found this useful, please like it 🫶🏻

Cold details

SCIENTIFIC SCORE

Moderately Effective

Based on 3 Researches

Efficacy of garlic against colds

Yuan Y, Wang RT, Xia J, Cao HJ. Interventions for preventing influenza: An overview of Cochrane systematic reviews and a Bayesian network meta-analysis. J Integr Med. 2021;19:503. doi:10.1016/j.joim.2021.09.001

We examined the effectiveness of garlic as a treatment to prevent cold symptoms based on a comprehensive review of systematic reviews. This analysis included various studies that compared garlic and other preventative interventions against a control group receiving no treatment or a placebo.

Our findings indicated that garlic demonstrated notable advantages in reducing instances of influenza, a key player in the spectrum of cold-like illnesses. However, we also learned that the evidence surrounding garlic specifically for cold prevention isn't robust enough to make definitive claims.

It's essential to note that while garlic showed potential, vitamin C did not present any significant benefits in this context. Ultimately, the effectiveness of other interventions remains to be convincingly validated with strong scientific evidence.

Highly potent

Most Useful Review

1 people found this helpful

This product is expensive but highly effective. It really works for clearing infections and speeding up recovery from a cold.

Common Cold details

9 people found this helpful

Quality with Mercola I ordered it for the second time. Really a good product. I had a cold, and this was helpful in overcoming it. Thank you, Mercola.

Flu details

SCIENTIFIC SCORE

Moderately Effective

Based on 4 Researches

Garlic shows potential against influenza

Ming L, Li Z, Li X, Tang L, He G. Antiviral activity of diallyl trisulfide against H9N2 avian influenza virus infection in vitro and in vivo. Virol J. 2021;18:171. doi:10.1186/s12985-021-01641-w

We explored the potential benefits of a garlic-derived compound called diallyl trisulfide (DATS) in combating the H9N2 avian influenza virus. This study specifically looked at its antiviral properties both in human cells and in mice to see if it could provide relief from this infection.

In our research, we treated human lung A549 cells and also utilized BABL/c mice to assess DATS’s effectiveness. We applied DATS before and after the infection and measured its impact on viral loads, inflammatory responses, and overall lung health.

The results were promising. Whether given before or after exposure to the virus, DATS treatment reduced viral loads and led to an improved immune response by increasing antiviral gene expression while also decreasing inflammatory cytokines. Similar benefits were observed in infected mice, highlighting less lung inflammation and edema.

Overall, the findings suggest that DATS may offer a novel alternative for treating influenza, specifically the H9N2 strain, showcasing garlic's potential role in managing viral infections.

Relief from symptoms

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2 people found this helpful

Please stock it! This is my number one for cold and flu symptoms; it attacks them swiftly!