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Eggplant

-0.9

Provides nasunin and chlorogenic acid that offer modest antioxidant protection and reduce oxidative stress.

Ingredient score breakdown

Nasunin

-0.4

Anthocyanin antioxidant that protects cell membranes from lipid peroxidation.

Chlorogenic acid

-0.3

Polyphenol that reduces glucose absorption and lowers inflammatory markers.

Fiber

-0.2

Promotes healthy gut bacteria that produce anti-inflammatory metabolites.

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

Low FODMAP and typically well-tolerated, though nightshade sensitivity may occur in some.

Healthier alternatives

  • zucchini
  • tomatoes

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