A species of bulbous blooming plant belonging to the Allium genus is garlic. Onion, shallot, leek, and garlic are some of its near relatives.
Allicin, a substance found in garlic, aids in blood thinning and lowers cholesterol levels. As a result, the best method to ingest garlic is to eat it raw and on an empty stomach. This is because raw garlic retains allicin, which is diluted when cooked.