- IT MAY PREVENT GASTRIC CANCER
Raw garlic has been found effective against the bacteria H. pylori, one of the most abundant bacteria that resides within the digestive system. While many can live with H. pylori and never experience symptoms, it isn’t altogether uncommon, particularly in developing countries. After some time, the bacteria may cause sores – ulcers – in the lining of the stomach and upper intestines.
In a meta-analysis of 18 studies involving nearly 143,000 people, a strong correlation was found between the amount of garlic consumption and a reduced risk for gastric (stomach) cancer risk. Additional research is needed regarding its effect on H. pylori infection, however.
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