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Odorless garlic supplement vs kyolic supplement as immune system booster, do these work?

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Dr. Michael Rupp answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Maybe: Garlic does have some general and very non-specific immune boosting effects, but the exact effect and to what extent is not clear. If you feel your immune system is weak or needs boosting you should discuss this with your doctor.

Answered 9/5/2014

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