Can Garlic Lower my Cholesterol?

Are we absolutely sure that there is a dip in the cholesterol levels due to consumption of garlic. There are various studies and research which has been conducted by researchers which do state fully that consumption of garlic can reduce the cholesterol levels.

Now how do we find out whether garlic consumption really lowers the level of cholesterol in our body?

People with a high level of cholesterol experience reduction in their cholesterol levels to about 20 %. Various studies have proved that consumption of garlic definitely results in a less cholesterol level. Let us see a few examples.

About 200 people were tested. Out of them, the group which consumed garlic powder of about 800 mgs for about 4 months showed results of lesser cholesterol levels. There was a dip of about 12 % in the cholesterol levels and 17 % dip in their triglycerides. The other group which did not consume cholesterol experienced a different result.

It has been definitely proved that there would be a dip of about 10 to 20 % of cholesterol levels when this superb spice is consumed. There is difference in the reduction of cholesterol levels when consumed either in powdered form or in a raw form. There are variations in cholesterol levels when consumed in various forms. It was established that consumption of raw garlic would show variations in the cholesterol levels as compared to garlic tablet. The concentration of allicin in raw garlic depends from one garlic pod to another garlic pod. In contrast to this, the dried powdered form of garlic has a specific concentration of allicin. It does not change from lot to lot.

The most recommended form of consuming garlic is in the tablet form. This is prepared by cooling and drying the garlic. This tries to hold the essential ingredients in the garlic. Each tablet ensured about 500 mgs of smell control garlic.

Since garlic has a peculiar odor attached to it, people find it difficult to consume this tablet. Hence, many reputed laboratories are in the process of cooling and drying the garlic and making it into a tablet form, thereby all reducing the odor associated with it.

U.S researchers have established that about 66 % of the Americans experience high cholesterol. It is not so high that cardiologist has to prescribe a tablet. Neither it is too low that it can be ignored. But it definitely has to be looked into.

Let us try and understand the levels of cholesterol and the cause for concern.
In case your total level of cholesterol is below 200 mg/ml then you do not have to worry. If it has shot up slightly between 200 and 239mgs/ml, then your cholesterol level is slightly on the higher side and it is cause to worry.

Your doctor would normally prescribe a tablet filled with garlic supplements so as to lessen your cholesterol levels.

There are also various other medicines available on the shelves of medical stores, which boasts of reducing your cholesterol levels