Evidence supporting the use of: Garlic bulb
For the health condition: Epstein Barr Virus

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Source of validity: Traditional
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Garlic (Allium sativum) has a long history of use in traditional medicine for the treatment of various infections, including viral illnesses. In many cultures, garlic has been consumed or used as a remedy to support the immune system and combat symptoms of viral infections due to its reputed antimicrobial and antiviral properties. However, when it comes specifically to Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV), which is associated with infectious mononucleosis and several chronic conditions, the evidence supporting garlic’s efficacy is primarily anecdotal and rooted in traditional medicine rather than supported by robust scientific studies.

Some preclinical studies have shown that garlic extracts can exhibit antiviral effects against a range of viruses in vitro (outside the body), due to compounds such as allicin. However, there is a notable lack of clinical trials or direct scientific evidence demonstrating garlic’s effectiveness against EBV infection or its symptoms in humans. Most recommendations are based on garlic’s general immune-supportive actions and broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity, rather than targeted, condition-specific research. As such, while garlic remains a popular traditional remedy for viral infections, its use for EBV is not scientifically validated at this time.

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