Antiproliferative Effects of Organosulfur Compounds in Garlic on Human Lung Tumor Cells (1995)

Title:

Antiproliferative Effects of Organosulfur Compounds in Garlic on Human Lung Tumor Cells

Key words:

garlic

Research Institution:

The Pennsylvania State University

Location:

Pennsylvania

Researcher:

John A Milner

Project Description:

Dr. Milner aimed to elucidate the mechanism of action of an oil-soluble garlic constituent on human lung cancer cells. His studies sought to expand the understanding of the importance of minor dietary sulfur compounds found in garlic as modifiers of tumor growth.

Cancer Site(s)

Lung

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