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June 2012 PMID 22280901

Supplementation with aged garlic extract improves both NK and γδ-T cell function and reduces the severity of cold and flu symptoms: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled nutrition intervention.

Meri P Nantz, Cheryl A Rowe, Catherine E Muller, Rebecca A Creasy, Joy M Stanilka, Susan S Percival

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Peak: 7 in Oct 2022
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The overall tone shows strong support for the research's findings, with users referencing specific data like 'reduces sick days from colds by 61%', and questions about how garlic compares to flu vaccines. The words and tone suggest a sense of validation and curiosity about applying these findings to personal health, demonstrating high agreement and impact.

AgreementStrong agreement

Most discussions support the findings, emphasizing garlic’s health benefits, with comments like 'Aged garlic reduces sick days' and 'Purchase garlic for immunity,' indicating strong agreement.

InterestModerate interest

While many posts express interest in the health benefits, some show moderate curiosity by sharing personal consumption habits, such as 'I take 3 grams daily,' reflecting moderate interest.

EngagementHigh engagement

Several users engage deeply by citing specific results, asking if garlic ‘stacks up with the flu shot,’ and discussing implications, showing high engagement.

ImpactHigh impact

The discussions highlight potential practical health benefits and comparisons to vaccines, indicating that users perceive the publication as having significant health implications.

Abstract in brief

  • The study investigated the effects of aged garlic extract on immune cell function, particularly γδ-T cells and NK cells, in 120 healthy participants over a 90-day period.
  • The results showed significant improvements in the proliferation of these immune cells for those taking the garlic supplement compared to a placebo.
  • Participants taking aged garlic extract reported a 21% reduction in cold and flu symptoms, fewer days of illness, and missed work/school days, indicating a potential benefit for immune health.
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TheHealthyRD
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Aged garlic reduces the number of sick days from colds and flu by 61% fewer days and 58% less total incidence of colds and flu. How does this stack up to the flu shot? https://t.co/zPQeapBbYD

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Oct 2, 2020 · 15 likes · 4 shares · 74,671 followers View post →
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@DylanSpina61 Garlic. I take 3 grams daily. https://t.co/T9z6dCI8LZ

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@DylanSpina61 Garlic. I take 3 grams daily. https://t.co/T9z6dCI8LZ

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SUPPLEMENTATION WITH AGED GARLIC EXTRACT IMPROVES BOTH NK AND ΓΔ-T CELL FUNCTION AND REDUCES THE SEVERITY OF COLD AND FLU SYMPTOMS: A RANDOMIZED, DOUBLE-BLIND, PLACEBO-CONTROLLED NUTRITION INTERVENTION https://t.co/fwjqetu626 https://t.co/hR5ATY06ND

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TheHealthyRD
@HeidiHmoretti · X

Aged garlic reduces the number of sick days from colds and flu by 61% fewer days and 58% less total incidence of colds and flu. How does this stack up to the flu shot? https://t.co/zPQeapBbYD

Oct 13, 2022 · 16 likes · 5 shares · 74,932 followers View post →
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Aged garlic extract may enhance immune cell function and this may be responsible, in part, for reduced severity of colds and flu. a… https://t.co/pnBPIAIh53 #herbs #immunity #health #virus

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Psychic_Brian
@PsychicBrianX · X

Supplementation with aged garlic extract may enhance immune cell function and that this may be responsible, in part, for reduced severity of colds and flu. https://t.co/pnBPIAIh53

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RT @MSc_Fahad: يحتوي #الثوم على مضادات أكسدة والتي لها دور فعال في الحماية من تلف الخلايا والشيخوخة ، تناول الثوم قد يقلل من حالات الزهايم…

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@MSc_Fahad · X

يحتوي #الثوم على مضادات أكسدة والتي لها دور فعال في الحماية من تلف الخلايا والشيخوخة ، تناول الثوم قد يقلل من حالات الزهايمر والخرف . المصادر : ١- https://t.co/MpsaHeKdBZ ٢- https://t.co/EkXtButvK7 ٣- https://t.co/7UK7RqL7eb @DietArab @co_aw1

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