Taber's Cyclopedic Medical Dictionary, 21st Edition

allicin

(ăl′ĭ-sĭn)
[Pronunciation]
[Fm. L. allium, garlic]

A yellow oil released from garlic when it is bruised, crushed, or chewed.
The oil is antibacterial and antifungal and lowers serum cholesterol levels.

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allicin
Last updated: June 23, 2009
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