Eating 2 cloves of garlic daily for 7 days can cause noticeable changes in your body. Garlic (especially raw) is very potent due to a compound called allicin, which forms when garlic is crushed or chopped.
Here’s what may happen:
🫀 1. Improved Heart Health
Garlic is known to:
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Help lower blood pressure
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Reduce LDL (“bad”) cholesterol
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Improve circulation
Some people may notice slightly better blood pressure readings within a week.
🛡 2. Stronger Immune System
Garlic has natural antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Eating it daily may:
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Help your body fight colds and infections
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Reduce inflammation
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Shorten the duration of mild illnesses
🩸 3. Better Blood Sugar Control
Garlic may help improve insulin sensitivity and slightly lower blood sugar levels — especially helpful for people with prediabetes or type 2 diabetes.
🦠 4. Improved Gut Health
Garlic acts as a prebiotic, feeding good gut bacteria. However:
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Some people may experience gas, bloating, or stomach discomfort, especially if eaten raw.
🧄 5. Detox & Antioxidant Boost
Garlic contains sulfur compounds that:
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Support liver detox pathways
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Reduce oxidative stress in the body
😮 6. Strong Breath & Body Odor
Yes… this is almost guaranteed.
Garlic compounds are absorbed into the bloodstream and released through:
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Breath
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Sweat
You may notice stronger body odor during the week.
⚠️ Possible Side Effects
Eating 2 cloves daily is generally safe for most healthy people, but you might experience:
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Heartburn or acid reflux
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Stomach irritation
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Increased bleeding risk (if you take blood thinners like warfarin)
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Mild nausea
If you’re on blood thinners or have upcoming surgery, talk to a doctor first.
🧄 Raw vs Cooked
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Raw garlic → Stronger health effects (more allicin)
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Cooked garlic → Gentler on the stomach, slightly reduced potency
🌿 What You’re Likely to Notice in 7 Days
Most common:
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Better digestion (or mild bloating at first)
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Stronger breath
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Possibly feeling less “inflamed” or slightly more energized
Major health changes (like big cholesterol drops) usually require longer than 7 days.
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