Hello. Garlic has known to have antibacterial,antiviral and immune booster properties from ancient of times. Garlic has been known to reduce the blood pressure,dilate the arteries and cause slight thinning of blood to prevent blood clots. Garlic also has high antioxidant properties and increases production of nitric oxide which helps remove the free radicals and prevents premature ageing.Garlic also contains contains minerals like potassium, iron, calcium, magnesium, zinc and iodine plus a healthy supply of vitamins A, B and C. Hope this will clarify. Regards.