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Raw Garlic

Raw garlic is the pungent bulb of Allium sativum, commonly used to flavor savory dishes. It is widely used in cuisines worldwide and can be eaten fresh, minced, sliced, or crushed.

Beneficial properties

contains sulfur compounds supports savory flavoring low in calories source of antioxidants

Nutritional highlights

Raw garlic provides small amounts of vitamin C, vitamin B6, manganese, selenium, and sulfur-containing compounds such as allicin.

Caution. Raw garlic may increase bleeding risk when consumed in large amounts with anticoagulant medications and may irritate the digestive tract in sensitive individuals.