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3/29/2026
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Overview
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Moderately Effective
Based on 1 Research
8
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 2 Reviews
8.3
Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 2 Capsules
Amount Per Serving
%DV
Aged Garlic Extract™†† Powder (bulb)
600 mg
**
Top Medical Research Studies
8
In a fascinating study, we explored how garlic can influence anxiety and depressive behaviors in rats suffering from diabetes. Specifically, the research involved fifty-six male Wistar rats that were divided into several groups. Some received a garlic treatment, while others were given saline or standard anxiety medications known as imipramine and diazepam.
Over a span of 10 days, the rats were treated with varying doses of garlic homogenate. At the end of the trial, we examined the rats' anxiety through established tests—the elevated plus maze (EPM) and the forced swimming test (FST). The findings were promising; the group that received the highest garlic dosage showed significantly lower signs of anxiety compared to the untreated diabetic rats.
Additionally, garlic reduced oxidative stress in the brain, marked by decreased malondialdehyde levels and increased important antioxidants. This suggests that garlic may help mitigate anxiety by addressing oxidative stress, offering an interesting perspective on its potential as a complementary treatment for such conditions.
Over a span of 10 days, the rats were treated with varying doses of garlic homogenate. At the end of the trial, we examined the rats' anxiety through established tests—the elevated plus maze (EPM) and the forced swimming test (FST). The findings were promising; the group that received the highest garlic dosage showed significantly lower signs of anxiety compared to the untreated diabetic rats.
Additionally, garlic reduced oxidative stress in the brain, marked by decreased malondialdehyde levels and increased important antioxidants. This suggests that garlic may help mitigate anxiety by addressing oxidative stress, offering an interesting perspective on its potential as a complementary treatment for such conditions.
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Most Useful Reviews
10
Palpitations ceased
12 people found this helpful
I have dealt with heart palpitations, chest tightness, and anxiety for years. After trying everything, someone suggested this product along with CoQ10. Remarkably, within the first day, my palpitations ceased, and I felt relaxed for the first time in years. I’ve experienced more energy, improved sleep, and, best of all, my palpitations have completely stopped. I can’t recommend this enough (I suggest getting CoQ10 as well!).
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0
Worsened anxiety symptoms
2 people found this helpful
These tablets triggered my anxiety symptoms immediately upon ingestion. I attempted to use them for two weeks, but they proved ineffective and only exacerbated my anxiety!
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Medical Researches
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Moderately Effective
Based on 1 Research
8
- All Researches
8
In a fascinating study, we explored how garlic can influence anxiety and depressive behaviors in rats suffering from diabetes. Specifically, the research involved fifty-six male Wistar rats that were divided into several groups. Some received a garlic treatment, while others were given saline or standard anxiety medications known as imipramine and diazepam.
Over a span of 10 days, the rats were treated with varying doses of garlic homogenate. At the end of the trial, we examined the rats' anxiety through established tests—the elevated plus maze (EPM) and the forced swimming test (FST). The findings were promising; the group that received the highest garlic dosage showed significantly lower signs of anxiety compared to the untreated diabetic rats.
Additionally, garlic reduced oxidative stress in the brain, marked by decreased malondialdehyde levels and increased important antioxidants. This suggests that garlic may help mitigate anxiety by addressing oxidative stress, offering an interesting perspective on its potential as a complementary treatment for such conditions.
Over a span of 10 days, the rats were treated with varying doses of garlic homogenate. At the end of the trial, we examined the rats' anxiety through established tests—the elevated plus maze (EPM) and the forced swimming test (FST). The findings were promising; the group that received the highest garlic dosage showed significantly lower signs of anxiety compared to the untreated diabetic rats.
Additionally, garlic reduced oxidative stress in the brain, marked by decreased malondialdehyde levels and increased important antioxidants. This suggests that garlic may help mitigate anxiety by addressing oxidative stress, offering an interesting perspective on its potential as a complementary treatment for such conditions.
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User Reviews
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 2 Reviews
8.3
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- Negative Reviews
10
Palpitations ceased
12 people found this helpful
I have dealt with heart palpitations, chest tightness, and anxiety for years. After trying everything, someone suggested this product along with CoQ10. Remarkably, within the first day, my palpitations ceased, and I felt relaxed for the first time in years. I’ve experienced more energy, improved sleep, and, best of all, my palpitations have completely stopped. I can’t recommend this enough (I suggest getting CoQ10 as well!).
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0
Worsened anxiety symptoms
2 people found this helpful
These tablets triggered my anxiety symptoms immediately upon ingestion. I attempted to use them for two weeks, but they proved ineffective and only exacerbated my anxiety!
Read More
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References
- Rahmani G, Farajdokht F, Mohaddes G, Babri S, Ebrahimi V, et al. Garlic () improves anxiety- and depressive-related behaviors and brain oxidative stress in diabetic rats. Arch Physiol Biochem. 2020;126:95. 10.1080/13813455.2018.1494746
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