Garlic

Garlic (Allium sativum) is an edible plant belonging to the species Allium. It has a long history of being used both for food and medicine.

Uses

 * Antifungal agent
 * Antibacterial agent
 * Treatment of Candida

Garlic avoidance

 * Garlic lowers blood pressure so should be avoided by people with hypotension.
 * Some people with ME/CFS are sensitive to garlic (both raw and cooked).
 * Garlic can worsen reflux/heartburn.

Costs and availability
Garlic can be taken as a liquid, capsule, or fresh. It is widely available at very low cost.