Garlic

The edible bulb known as garlic has been used for thousands of years in both cooking and medicine. You can eat it cooked or raw. Additionally, it's available as a tablet or capsule-form supplement.

Since ancient times, people have used garlic as a medicine, and it may help lower blood cholesterol. According to NCCIH, some research indicates that garlic may help lower blood pressure, lower cholesterol levels, and stop the progression of atherosclerosis. A study of 39 trials, which was published in the Avicenna Journal of Phytomedicine, revealed that aged garlic extract could lower LDL and total cholesterol. This is supported by research published in the Journal of Nutrition, which found that aged garlic extract decreased total cholesterol and LDL by 7 and 10%, respectively. Garlic is generally well tolerated, however, patients should consult with their doctors before taking supplements.