The documented spectrum of action of garlic is very broad, but further research is still being conducted.

• increases the secretion of gastric juice, while protecting against heartburn
• has a cholagogic and antidiarrheal effect
• has a positive effect on the respiratory tract
• regulates bacterial flora
• promotes better blood supply to the coronary vessels
• having antibacterial, antifungal, and anthelmintic properties, it acts as a mild antibiotic
• fights urinary tract infection
• has a preventive and curative effect on lead poisoning
• fresh garlic juice inhibits the development of influenza viruses
• has a diaphoretic effect, reduces fever and blood pressure
• is an antioxidant that protects the liver
• lowers the level of prostaglandin PG2