Garlic contains unique medicinal properties having compounds that give it a distinct strong odor. These compounds provide it with antioxidants and anti- inflammatory properties. Use of garlic boosts immunity in human beings.Garlic is known to provide relief to patients suffering from cold, cancer, hypertension, heart ailments and stomach infection etc. It is also known to have aphrodisiac properties. It is believed that one can enhance the medicinal properties of garlic by letting it sit for a while before consumption after it is crushed or chopped, thereby allowing it time to release its enzymes.