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Ground Cumin

-1.2

Cuminaldehyde and thymoquinone provide anti-inflammatory benefits while supporting digestive health and immune function.

Ingredient score breakdown

Cuminaldehyde

-0.7

Primary active compound with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

Thymoquinone

-0.4

Powerful anti-inflammatory compound that modulates immune response and reduces oxidative stress.

Iron

-0.1

Supports hemoglobin production and oxygen transport, indirectly reducing inflammation from deficiency.

Why this score

This score is ingredient-based and weighted by DII-inspired evidence. Foods with added sugar, refined starches, and heavy processing trend higher; foods with fiber, omega-3, and polyphenols trend lower.

FODMAP note

Cumin is low FODMAP and generally well-tolerated in typical cooking amounts.

Healthier alternatives

  • turmeric powder
  • cinnamon

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