Auricularia Auricula vs Black Garlic

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Auricularia Auricula

Auricularia auricula-judae

Cardiovascular

Allium sativum (fermented)

Cardiovascular

Auricularia Auricula

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Black Garlic

✅ Generally safe in pregnancy

✅ Generally safe while nursing

Description

A culinary and medicinal mushroom used in TCM for cardiovascular conditions and blood thinning.

Fermented whole garlic bulb with higher S-allylcysteine content and odorless form preferred for cardiovascular.

Active Compounds

beta-glucans, acidic polysaccharides, ergosterol, melanin

S-allylcysteine, allixin, polyphenols, melanoidins, antioxidants

Traditional Uses

blood thinning, cholesterol, cardiovascular health, immune support

Korean fermented food-medicine, Japanese aged garlic research

Modern Uses

antiplatelet, hypolipidemic, immunostimulant, anti-tumor

cardiovascular protection, antioxidant, immune support, anticancer research

Adult Dosage

1-3g daily or food amounts

5-10g or 2-4 cloves daily; 600-1200mg extract daily

Contraindications

anticoagulant medications

blood thinners, surgery

Side Effects

antiplatelet effects

generally well tolerated, mild GI upset

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

Reviewed by: HerbAlly Editorial Team, Medical herbalists and healthcare professionals

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E