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Dried Lentils

-1.6

Lentils are among the most anti-inflammatory legumes, packed with polyphenols, fiber, and plant protein that support gut health and reduce systemic inflammation.

Ingredient score breakdown

Polyphenols

-0.7

Rich in flavonoids and phenolic acids that inhibit inflammatory enzymes and reduce oxidative stress markers.

Soluble Fiber

-0.5

Feeds beneficial gut bacteria that produce anti-inflammatory short-chain fatty acids like butyrate.

Plant Protein

-0.4

Provides amino acids without the saturated fat and heme iron found in red meat that can trigger inflammation.

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 in galacto-oligosaccharides (GOS) and should be limited or avoided during the elimination phase of a low FODMAP diet.

Healthier alternatives

  • chickpeas
  • black beans

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