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Garlic

-2.0

Contains allicin and organosulfur compounds that potently suppress inflammatory pathways and enhance immune response.

Ingredient score breakdown

Allicin

-0.9

Sulfur compound that inhibits NF-kB and reduces pro-inflammatory cytokine expression.

S-allyl cysteine

-0.7

Antioxidant that scavenges free radicals and protects against lipid peroxidation.

Selenium

-0.4

Essential mineral that supports glutathione peroxidase activity to reduce oxidative stress.

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

High FODMAP containing fructans, garlic-infused oil is a low FODMAP alternative.

Healthier alternatives

  • ginger root
  • onions

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