Garlic, raw
* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Macronutrients
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| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 31.2 MG | 35% | |
| Thiamin | 0.2 MG | 17% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.1 MG | 8% | |
| Niacin | 0.7 MG | 4% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.6 MG | 12% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 1.2 MG | 73% | |
| Folate, total | 3 UG | 1% | |
| Choline, total | 23.2 MG | 4% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.1 MG | 1% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 1.7 UG | 1% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 181 MG | 14% | |
| Iron, Fe | 1.7 MG | 9% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 25 MG | 6% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 153 MG | 12% | |
| Potassium, K | 401 MG | 9% | |
| Sodium, Na | 17 MG | 1% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 1.2 MG | 11% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.3 MG | 33% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 1.7 MG | 73% | |
| Selenium, Se | 14.2 UG | 26% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Very low in fat (0.5g per 100g).
- Good source of Copper, Cu (33% DV).
- Rich source of Manganese, Mn (73% of Daily Value per 100g).
- Good source of Selenium, Se (26% DV).
- Good source of Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid (35% DV).
- Rich source of Vitamin B-6 (73% of Daily Value per 100g).
About Garlic, raw
Raw garlic is used by weight in small amounts, so the concentrated carbohydrate and calorie numbers do not reflect how it is actually consumed - a clove or two at a time is the norm, not a hundred grams. What matters about garlic is its flavor and the sulfur compounds responsible for both its pungency and its health associations. Raw, it is sharp and intensely aromatic. Cooked slowly, it sweetens and mellows. An essential aromatic in nearly every savory culinary tradition on the planet.
Dietary Information
Garlic, raw is considered low-fat, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Garlic, raw include Manganese, Mn (73% DV) , Vitamin B-6 (73% DV) , Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid (35% DV) , Copper, Cu (33% DV) , and Selenium, Se (26% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 149 calories per 100 grams, Garlic, raw gets 17% of its calories from protein, 89% from carbohydrates, and 3% from fat. This is moderate, similar to many lean proteins and whole grains.
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