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Article: Garlic and cancer: A critical review of the epidemiologic literature
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- The Journal of Nutrition
- Article date:
- March 1, 2001
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Garlic and Cancer: A Critical Review of the Epidemiologic Literature1
ABSTRACT Animal and in vitro studies provide evidence of an anticarcinogenic effect of active ingredients in garlic. This review of the epidemiologic literature on garlic consumption addresses cancers of the stomach, colon, head and neck, lung, breast and prostate. Nineteen studies reported relative risk estimates for garlic consumption and cancer incidence. Site-specific case-control studies of stomach and colorectal cancer, in which multiple reports were available, suggest a protective effect of high intake of raw and/or cooked garlic. Cohort studies confirm this inverse association for colorectal cancer. Few cohort ...
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