Garlic is not only an indispensable culinary ingredient in the kitchen, but it is also used to prevent and treat some health conditions, including cardiovascular diseases, infections, cancer, and musculoskeletal disorders, especially in men's sexual health and sperm quality.
The main bioactive constituents in garlic are organic sulfur compounds and glycosides. Furthermore, garlic is rich in germanium and selenium. Notably, garlic has more germanium than herbs such as ginseng, green, and red tea. Eating garlic regularly can help enhance overall health and disease prevention.
After conducting research and trials, scientists have demonstrated that the habit of eating raw garlic benefits men. Specifically:
- Eating garlic enhances sexual ability in men, especially those suffering from impotence or erectile dysfunction. According to scientists, an enzyme called nitric oxide synthase is needed for an erection, and the compounds found in garlic help produce this enzyme.
- A daily intake of 1-2 garlic cloves for around two months may contribute to a higher sperm count in the ejaculate.
- Creatinine and Allithiamine, derived from Vitamin B1 and Allicin respectively, are key components involved in muscle function, helping to reduce tiredness and improve men's physical strength. Therefore, daily garlic consumption is recommended.
Men can consume garlic in either raw or cooked forms. If opting for raw garlic, it should be finely minced and left exposed to air for 10–15 minutes before consumption to allow enzymatic conversion of alliin into allicin. This is because garlic does not naturally contain free allicin. Additionally, consuming vinegar-soaked garlic is another option, as this preparation method helps retain its beneficial compounds. After eating garlic, bad breath can be reduced by rinsing with unsweetened coffee, drinking milk or green tea, or chewing gum.
Garlic should not be eaten on an empty stomach due to its strong proteolytic and irritative effects on the gastrointestinal mucosa. Excessive intake of garlic at once or ingestion on an empty stomach may cause digestive disturbances, particularly in patients with peptic ulcer disease or gastritis. Moreover, raw garlic should also be avoided during diarrhea, as allicin can stimulate the intestinal lining, potentially causing swelling, vascular obstruction, and serious complications. Additionally, patients taking medications for HIV/AIDS or anticoagulants should avoid garlic due to adverse interactions affecting their health.
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