Why Grandma’s classic cold remedy with Garlic actually works

Podcast: Foodnourish Deep Dives · Pavlos Giorkas

Opublikowano: 2026-09-25

In today's episode we're exploring the science behind garlic and why grandma’s classic cold remedy actually works. When you crush or chop garlic, the enzyme alliinase converts alliin into allicin, the primary compound responsible for garlic's immune-boosting benefits. However, heat-sensitive enzymes like alliinase are easily destroyed by immediate cooking, reducing medicinal potency. By simply crushing garlic and letting it rest for ten minutes before cooking or eating, you preserve its maximum biological activity. Join us as we break down simple daily preparation steps, clinical evidence on cold prevention, and traditional wellness ti...