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Garlic

Vegetables · Alliums · per 100 g

A wholesome vegetable packed with essential vitamins, minerals, and dietary fiber. Important for digestive health and disease prevention.

Nutrient density 7.0GI LowStaple food

Macronutrients

Calories149 kcal 7% DV
Protein6.4 g 13% DV
Carbohydrates33 g 12% DV
Fat0.5 g 1% DV
Fiber2.1 g 8% DV
Total sugars1.0 g no %DV*
Sodium17 mg 1% DV

Vitamins & minerals

Vitamin A0.0 µg 0%
Vitamin C31 mg 35%
Vitamin D0.0 µg 0%
Vitamin E0.08 mg 1%
Vitamin K1.7 µg 1%
Thiamin B10.2 mg 17%
Riboflavin B20.11 mg 8%
Niacin B30.7 mg 4%
Vitamin B61.2 mg 73%
Folate B93.0 µg 1%
Vitamin B120.0 µg 0%
Calcium181 mg 14%
Iron1.7 mg 9%
Magnesium25 mg 6%
Phosphorus153 mg 12%
Potassium401 mg 9%
Zinc1.2 mg 11%
Selenium14 µg 26%

Common serving sizes

ServingWeight
1 clove3.0 g
1 tbsp minced9.0 g

What it supports in your body

Blood Pressure Systolic — Potassium helps regulate blood pressure

Calcium — Calcium supports bone density

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Best timing around exercise

Any time — best with main meals. Avoid large servings of raw cruciferous pre-workout (gas risk)

Educational reference only. Values are per 100 g from the app's reference database; % Daily Value uses the FDA 2,000-calorie reference. Not medical or dietary advice. See our full disclaimer.
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Nutritional composition of Garlic — FAO/INFOODS, 2023