Definition Garlic lowers blood pressure, lipid levels, and thrombus formation, in addition to inhibiting platelet aggregation through a variety of mechanisms (important components include alliin, allicin, and ajoene, the latter of which may potentiate other platelet inhibitors). Effects of Garlic Potentially irreversible platelet inhibition Reduced blood pressure Decreased lipid levels Reduced thrombus formation Subspecialty General […]