00:00Release allicin, a powerful sulfur compound that gives garlic its distinctive smell and health benefits.
00:07As you digest it, allicin enters your bloodstream and travels throughout your body.
00:12It acts as a natural antibiotic, fighting harmful bacteria and boosting your immune system.
00:18Your blood vessels relax, potentially lowering blood pressure.
00:22The liver metabolizes garlic's compounds and some are expelled through your breath and skin,
00:28which is why you might smell like garlic hours later.
00:32These sulfur compounds also have antioxidant properties, protecting your cells from damage and supporting heart health.
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