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Is garlic inflammation-compatible?
Check Inflammation diet compatibility for garlic and review other dietary restrictions.
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Why inflammation diet checker matters
An anti-inflammatory diet focuses on foods that help reduce chronic inflammation in the body. It emphasizes fruits, vegetables, fatty fish, nuts, and whole grains while limiting processed foods, refined sugars, and certain oils.
- Focus on omega-3 rich foods like fatty fish, walnuts, and flaxseed
- Colorful fruits and vegetables provide anti-inflammatory antioxidants
- Extra virgin olive oil is a cornerstone of anti-inflammatory eating
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Serving size, prep, and portion notes for garlic
Pungent aromatic that adds strong flavor in small amounts.
Typical serving
1 clove (about 3 g)
Best for
marinades / saute bases / roasted veggies
Prep notes
- Crush or mince to release more aroma.
- Roast for a softer, sweeter flavor.
- Add late in cooking to avoid burning.
Portion notes
- One clove is a light baseline for most dishes.
- Half a clove is enough for dressings.
- Roasted cloves can be mashed into spreads.
Watch for
burning in hot oil / raw minced garlic in delicate sauces
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Inflammation Guide
Everything you need to know about inflammation compatibility and smart food choices.
An anti-inflammatory diet focuses on foods that help reduce chronic inflammation in the body. It emphasizes fruits, vegetables, fatty fish, nuts, and whole grains while limiting processed foods, refined sugars, and certain oils.
These foods are typically compatible with a Inflammation approach:
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Practical guidance for following a Inflammation diet:
- 1Focus on omega-3 rich foods like fatty fish, walnuts, and flaxseed
- 2Colorful fruits and vegetables provide anti-inflammatory antioxidants
- 3Extra virgin olive oil is a cornerstone of anti-inflammatory eating
- 4Limit refined sugars, processed foods, and industrial seed oils
- 5Turmeric and ginger are powerful anti-inflammatory spices
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