Written By Lisa S. Jones / Reviewed By Ray Spotts
Consuming garlic helps counteract age-related changes in gut bacteria associated with memory problems, a study says. The benefit comes from allyl sulfide, a compound in garlic known for its health benefits. The gut contains trillions of microorganisms collectively referred to as the gut microbiota, and although many studies have shown the importance of these microorganisms in maintaining human health, less is known about health effects linked to gut microbiota changes that come with age.
