Trace elements in allium sativum [garlic] and their therapeutic importance

ABSTRACT

Traco elements analysis of Allium sativum [Pakistan produce] was carried out with a view to evaluating their therapeutic value in the light of micronutrients present in its composition. Selenium which is present to the extent of 77 micrograms in 100 gms of ebidle portion is perhaps maximum in vegetable materials was evaluated as a therapeutic agent for different ailments