Raw garlic and honey touted as a daily biohack for youth and energy

Edson Brandao, a biohacker and anti-aging coach, drinks a daily blend of raw crushed garlic and honey, claiming it improves his appearance, energy and digestion. His routine, adopted after a depressive episode and weight gain, reflects a broader online trend where wellness enthusiasts promote raw garlic as a potent natural remedy. While meta-analyses show garlic can reduce systolic blood pressure by up to 10 points, clinical trials have failed to demonstrate cholesterol-lowering effects, and evidence for immune or cancer protection is weak.

Experts such as Dr. Joel Kahn and dietitian Amy Shapiro acknowledge garlic’s nutritional value but caution about gastrointestinal discomfort, bad breath and blood-thinning risks. They recommend crushing garlic and letting it rest before consumption or using aged garlic extracts in doses of 600-900 mg daily. Ultimately, they stress that garlic should complement, not replace, fundamental health habits like exercise, sleep and balanced nutrition.