Content of review 1, reviewed on September 12, 2020
Suggestions/Improvements
Keywords
It would be nice if the keywords were arranged in alphabetical order.
Introduction
-"These biological responses have been largely attributed to i) reduction of r.....and vi) antioxidant effect."- the appropriate references should be cited for the claims that authors have made of beneficial effects of garlic.
Garlic preparations and their chemical compounds
- "Allicin (allyl 2-propenethiosulfinate or diallyl thiosulfinate) is .... or raw garlic homogenate."- Reference missing -"When garlic is chopped or crushed, allinase ..... to produce allicin."- Reference missing -The preparation of garlic extract is described for ACE, Medicinal garlic oil and commercial preparation. Is it possible for authors to mention the procedures that are described in Charaka-Samhita and Bower Manuscript for preparation of garlic extracts?
comments
- The article is well structured and follows equity throughout.
- It represents the previous studies conducted on effects of garlic consumption in various diseases along with dose preparation, duration and effects.
- The negative side of the over consumption of garlic is also explained at the end of the paper
- Conclusion is short but very effective.
- Overall, the article is acceptable with few minor corrections.
Source
© 2020 the Reviewer.
References
K, B. S., K, M. S. 2002. Effect of garlic on cardiovascular disorders: a review. Nutrition Journal.