Compound Monograph
Diallyl disulfide
A pungent organosulfur compound formed when garlic is crushed, derived from allicin breakdown; studied for antimicrobial, cardiovascular and cancer-related effects.
Classification
Diallyl disulfide is one of the other constituents. Compounds outside the major chemical classes — nucleosides, simple amines, mixed volatile oils, and as-yet uncategorised constituents.
Where Does It Come From? (3)
Diallyl disulfide is one of the other constituents, found in Garlic, Onion and Ramsons.