Garlic has been used for centuries as a health tonic, and is now being studied for its potential effects on the immune system. A recent study explored how taking garlic throughout the winter season may be associated with a reduced number of colds and flus, less sick days taken, and a reduced severity of symptoms. Taking garlic may be associated with a more favorable combination of immune cells, which could explain how garlic could help your body respond well to pathogens.
