Overview
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Moderately Effective
Based on 3 Researches
8.7
USERS' SCORE
Moderately Good
Based on 297 Reviews
7.8
Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 3 Softgels
Amount Per Serving
%DV
Garlic Oil Concentrate (Allium sativum) (Bulb) (Equivalent to 4,500 mg of Whole Clove Garlic)
9 mg
*
Top Medical Research Studies
9
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.
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.
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8
Garlic improves cold-induced circulation
In our exploration of how garlic affects circulation during cold exposure, we investigated the specific sulfur compound, -1-propenylcysteine, found in aged garlic extract (AGE). Our study examined how this compound could help alleviate the reduction in blood flow when rats were exposed to cold water.
We conducted a series of tests using Wistar rats subjected to a cold treatment after being administered AGE or its individual components, including -1-propenylcysteine, -allylcysteine, and -allylmercaptocysteine. The results revealed that both AGE and -1-propenylcysteine effectively improved blood flow in the rats' tails, especially at a certain dose of -1-propenylcysteine.
Notably, we found that the improvement in blood flow could be linked to a boost in certain blood components and enzymes related to blood circulation. These findings suggest that -1-propenylcysteine plays a significant role in enhancing blood flow during cold exposure by activating specific pathways in the body.
Our research indicates that while garlic components, particularly -1-propenylcysteine, have the potential to benefit circulation in cold conditions, larger studies are needed to fully understand the implications for human health.
We conducted a series of tests using Wistar rats subjected to a cold treatment after being administered AGE or its individual components, including -1-propenylcysteine, -allylcysteine, and -allylmercaptocysteine. The results revealed that both AGE and -1-propenylcysteine effectively improved blood flow in the rats' tails, especially at a certain dose of -1-propenylcysteine.
Notably, we found that the improvement in blood flow could be linked to a boost in certain blood components and enzymes related to blood circulation. These findings suggest that -1-propenylcysteine plays a significant role in enhancing blood flow during cold exposure by activating specific pathways in the body.
Our research indicates that while garlic components, particularly -1-propenylcysteine, have the potential to benefit circulation in cold conditions, larger studies are needed to fully understand the implications for human health.
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9
We explored the potential of combining garlic oil with acyclovir (ACV) to tackle the challenges of cold sores caused by the herpes simplex virus. By creating a unique nanoemulsion delivery system, we aimed to enhance how effective ACV is in treating these annoying outbreaks.
Our work involved developing a garlic oil-acylcovir nanoemulsion, which we then incorporated into a transdermal film. This innovative approach was put to the test for its ability to improve skin absorption of the medication. The results were quite promising, showing that our formulation significantly increased ACV's effectiveness compared to regular transdermal methods. We observed a remarkable 2.3 times increase in the absorption of ACV when combined with garlic oil, indicating that garlic may indeed amplify its therapeutic benefits.
However, while this study shows that garlic oil can enhance the performance of acyclovir, we must note that the isolated effects of garlic on cold sores cannot be fully established, as it was tested alongside ACV. Overall, our findings suggest that the garlic oil-ACV blend does make strides toward more effective treatment options for cold sores, paving the way for future explorations in this area of research.
Our work involved developing a garlic oil-acylcovir nanoemulsion, which we then incorporated into a transdermal film. This innovative approach was put to the test for its ability to improve skin absorption of the medication. The results were quite promising, showing that our formulation significantly increased ACV's effectiveness compared to regular transdermal methods. We observed a remarkable 2.3 times increase in the absorption of ACV when combined with garlic oil, indicating that garlic may indeed amplify its therapeutic benefits.
However, while this study shows that garlic oil can enhance the performance of acyclovir, we must note that the isolated effects of garlic on cold sores cannot be fully established, as it was tested alongside ACV. Overall, our findings suggest that the garlic oil-ACV blend does make strides toward more effective treatment options for cold sores, paving the way for future explorations in this area of research.
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Most Useful Reviews
9
Immune system boost
19 people found this helpful
I want to share my thoughts on Now Foods’ Garlic Oil. This product is suggested for SARS and colds, and I can confirm its effectiveness in boosting the immune system. However, there's a drawback—the strong garlic burp that follows, making me feel like I’ve consumed excessively. Nevertheless, it has been beneficial for my health.
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9
Effective against cold
12 people found this helpful
Great for fighting winter colds. When I feel overtired or coming down with a cold, I take about 6 to 8 garlic oil pills and they do a great job fighting off the cold. It's best to take them before the cold sets in or at the first hint of not feeling well. I've been using them for about 5 years and have not had a serious cold in all that time.
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10
Avoided cold/flu
9 people found this helpful
Completely abated cold and flu season. This product, combined with zinc and oregano oil, helped me avoid catching the cold/flu viruses frequently going around our office several times. I only had the sniffles while others were visiting the doctors.
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Medical Researches
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Moderately Effective
Based on 3 Researches
8.7
- All Researches
9
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.
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.
Read More
9
We explored the potential of combining garlic oil with acyclovir (ACV) to tackle the challenges of cold sores caused by the herpes simplex virus. By creating a unique nanoemulsion delivery system, we aimed to enhance how effective ACV is in treating these annoying outbreaks.
Our work involved developing a garlic oil-acylcovir nanoemulsion, which we then incorporated into a transdermal film. This innovative approach was put to the test for its ability to improve skin absorption of the medication. The results were quite promising, showing that our formulation significantly increased ACV's effectiveness compared to regular transdermal methods. We observed a remarkable 2.3 times increase in the absorption of ACV when combined with garlic oil, indicating that garlic may indeed amplify its therapeutic benefits.
However, while this study shows that garlic oil can enhance the performance of acyclovir, we must note that the isolated effects of garlic on cold sores cannot be fully established, as it was tested alongside ACV. Overall, our findings suggest that the garlic oil-ACV blend does make strides toward more effective treatment options for cold sores, paving the way for future explorations in this area of research.
Our work involved developing a garlic oil-acylcovir nanoemulsion, which we then incorporated into a transdermal film. This innovative approach was put to the test for its ability to improve skin absorption of the medication. The results were quite promising, showing that our formulation significantly increased ACV's effectiveness compared to regular transdermal methods. We observed a remarkable 2.3 times increase in the absorption of ACV when combined with garlic oil, indicating that garlic may indeed amplify its therapeutic benefits.
However, while this study shows that garlic oil can enhance the performance of acyclovir, we must note that the isolated effects of garlic on cold sores cannot be fully established, as it was tested alongside ACV. Overall, our findings suggest that the garlic oil-ACV blend does make strides toward more effective treatment options for cold sores, paving the way for future explorations in this area of research.
Read More
8
Garlic improves cold-induced circulation
In our exploration of how garlic affects circulation during cold exposure, we investigated the specific sulfur compound, -1-propenylcysteine, found in aged garlic extract (AGE). Our study examined how this compound could help alleviate the reduction in blood flow when rats were exposed to cold water.
We conducted a series of tests using Wistar rats subjected to a cold treatment after being administered AGE or its individual components, including -1-propenylcysteine, -allylcysteine, and -allylmercaptocysteine. The results revealed that both AGE and -1-propenylcysteine effectively improved blood flow in the rats' tails, especially at a certain dose of -1-propenylcysteine.
Notably, we found that the improvement in blood flow could be linked to a boost in certain blood components and enzymes related to blood circulation. These findings suggest that -1-propenylcysteine plays a significant role in enhancing blood flow during cold exposure by activating specific pathways in the body.
Our research indicates that while garlic components, particularly -1-propenylcysteine, have the potential to benefit circulation in cold conditions, larger studies are needed to fully understand the implications for human health.
We conducted a series of tests using Wistar rats subjected to a cold treatment after being administered AGE or its individual components, including -1-propenylcysteine, -allylcysteine, and -allylmercaptocysteine. The results revealed that both AGE and -1-propenylcysteine effectively improved blood flow in the rats' tails, especially at a certain dose of -1-propenylcysteine.
Notably, we found that the improvement in blood flow could be linked to a boost in certain blood components and enzymes related to blood circulation. These findings suggest that -1-propenylcysteine plays a significant role in enhancing blood flow during cold exposure by activating specific pathways in the body.
Our research indicates that while garlic components, particularly -1-propenylcysteine, have the potential to benefit circulation in cold conditions, larger studies are needed to fully understand the implications for human health.
Read More
User Reviews
USERS' SCORE
Moderately Good
Based on 297 Reviews
7.8
- All Reviews
- Positive Reviews
- Negative Reviews
9
Immune system boost
19 people found this helpful
I want to share my thoughts on Now Foods’ Garlic Oil. This product is suggested for SARS and colds, and I can confirm its effectiveness in boosting the immune system. However, there's a drawback—the strong garlic burp that follows, making me feel like I’ve consumed excessively. Nevertheless, it has been beneficial for my health.
Read More
9
Effective against cold
12 people found this helpful
Great for fighting winter colds. When I feel overtired or coming down with a cold, I take about 6 to 8 garlic oil pills and they do a great job fighting off the cold. It's best to take them before the cold sets in or at the first hint of not feeling well. I've been using them for about 5 years and have not had a serious cold in all that time.
Read More
10
Avoided cold/flu
9 people found this helpful
Completely abated cold and flu season. This product, combined with zinc and oregano oil, helped me avoid catching the cold/flu viruses frequently going around our office several times. I only had the sniffles while others were visiting the doctors.
Read More
10
Effective remedy
8 people found this helpful
My wife takes this at the first sign of illness, like a cold, and it works wonders—sickness vanishes! It’s impressively potent. The only downside is her breath after taking it.
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9
Strengthens immunity
7 people found this helpful
I take this oil as part of a body cleansing protocol. The capsules are small, easy to swallow, and effectively strengthen my immunity. I hardly ever get colds now, and my thrush symptoms have reduced significantly. Overall, I find the product very effective and will continue to use it.
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Frequently Asked Questions
9
Rapid relief
1 people found this helpful
I took garlic oil after hearing positive reviews. At the first signs of a cold, I consumed three capsules and everything receded within a day. Two weeks ago, the children brought a virus home, but I gave them vitamin C and took three capsules myself without falling ill. I highly recommend it!
9
Prevents illnesses
5 people found this helpful
This garlic oil has been a reliable solution during cold seasons. After years of suffering from respiratory infections, I was surprised when I went a year without illness after starting this. Just 1-2 capsules at night are sufficient, and if I feel a cold coming on, I take 2-3 capsules, and it clears up by the next day.
9
Immunity boost
3 people found this helpful
Definitely worth purchasing! My immunity has noticeably improved, and I no longer suffer from colds! I take three capsules three times a day. There's a slight aftertaste, but it pales in comparison to the positive results.
9
Strengthens immunity
7 people found this helpful
I take this oil as part of a body cleansing protocol. The capsules are small, easy to swallow, and effectively strengthen my immunity. I hardly ever get colds now, and my thrush symptoms have reduced significantly. Overall, I find the product very effective and will continue to use it.
9
Lowers cholesterol effectively
2 people found this helpful
I purchased garlic oil primarily to lower cholesterol. After taking 3 capsules at night, the slightly garlicky smell quickly fades. Over three months, my cholesterol dropped significantly, and I continue using it, as there's more to reduce. Many people rely on garlic to prevent colds, and these capsules are very effective! You won't regret trying it—wishing you good health!
9
Strengthens immune system
2 people found this helpful
I bought it this past autumn to strengthen my immune system. I take it alongside omega, vitamin D, iron, vitamin E, and vitamin A, and it seems to work well together. I can’t even recall the last time I had a cold. If you find this review useful, please give it a like—it’s appreciated!
9
Irreplaceable during colds
2 people found this helpful
This miracle capsule is irreplaceable during cold seasons here in Russia! As someone who dislikes taking medication, it helps maintain my immune system to avoid illness. We take 2-3 capsules in the evening, and any sign of a cold promptly recedes. Yes, there’s sometimes garlic belching, but it’s a small price to pay for the benefits offered by these amazing capsules.
9
Cold symptoms alleviated
7 people found this helpful
As someone who dislikes consuming chemicals, these garlic capsules are a blessing for my family. We take 2-3 capsules in the evening, and they rapidly alleviate the onset of a cold.
9
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.
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.
8
Garlic improves cold-induced circulation
In our exploration of how garlic affects circulation during cold exposure, we investigated the specific sulfur compound, -1-propenylcysteine, found in aged garlic extract (AGE). Our study examined how this compound could help alleviate the reduction in blood flow when rats were exposed to cold water.
We conducted a series of tests using Wistar rats subjected to a cold treatment after being administered AGE or its individual components, including -1-propenylcysteine, -allylcysteine, and -allylmercaptocysteine. The results revealed that both AGE and -1-propenylcysteine effectively improved blood flow in the rats' tails, especially at a certain dose of -1-propenylcysteine.
Notably, we found that the improvement in blood flow could be linked to a boost in certain blood components and enzymes related to blood circulation. These findings suggest that -1-propenylcysteine plays a significant role in enhancing blood flow during cold exposure by activating specific pathways in the body.
Our research indicates that while garlic components, particularly -1-propenylcysteine, have the potential to benefit circulation in cold conditions, larger studies are needed to fully understand the implications for human health.
We conducted a series of tests using Wistar rats subjected to a cold treatment after being administered AGE or its individual components, including -1-propenylcysteine, -allylcysteine, and -allylmercaptocysteine. The results revealed that both AGE and -1-propenylcysteine effectively improved blood flow in the rats' tails, especially at a certain dose of -1-propenylcysteine.
Notably, we found that the improvement in blood flow could be linked to a boost in certain blood components and enzymes related to blood circulation. These findings suggest that -1-propenylcysteine plays a significant role in enhancing blood flow during cold exposure by activating specific pathways in the body.
Our research indicates that while garlic components, particularly -1-propenylcysteine, have the potential to benefit circulation in cold conditions, larger studies are needed to fully understand the implications for human health.
References
- 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
- Almehmady AM, Ali SA. Transdermal Film Loaded with Garlic Oil-Acyclovir Nanoemulsion to Overcome Barriers for Its Use in Alleviating Cold Sore Conditions. Pharmaceutics. 2021;13. doi:10.3390/pharmaceutics13050669
- Ushijima M, Kunimura K, Suzuki JI. -1-Propenylcysteine, a sulfur compound in aged garlic extract, alleviates cold-induced reduction in peripheral blood flow in rat via activation of the AMPK/eNOS/NO pathway. Exp Ther Med. 2020;20:2815. doi:10.3892/etm.2020.8969
