Garlic (Allium sativum), is used widely as a flavoring in cooking, but it has also been used as a medicine throughout ancient and modern history; it has been taken to prevent and treat a wide range of conditions and diseases. Garlic belongs to the genus Allium and is closely related to the onion, rakkyo (an onion found in Asia), scallion, chive, leek, and shallot. It has been used by humans for thousands of years and was used in Ancient Egypt for both culinary purposes and its health and therapeutic benefits.Garlic is a part of the Allium family, and is closely related to onions. Garlic is a food that is loved and adored by many people and added to flavorful dishes all around the world. Its strong and pungent smell is hard to miss, but its health benefits can be easily overlooked. Garlic has an abundance of medicinal properties that are good for both young and old. It can also be incorporated into delicious comforting foods like garlic bread and garlic mashed potatoes that make our palates salivate.