Herbs & Spices
Garlic Powder
96Health
Score
A+Score
Garlic powder is dehydrated, ground garlic concentrating organosulfur compounds like allicin and alliin, supporting cardiovascular and immune health.
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Why Garlic Powder scores 96
Nutrient density35
Protein quality11
Fiber content9
Healthy fats5
Bioactive compounds14
Glycemic impact9
Top nutrients
Manganese143.9Vitamin B697.3Selenium43.5Thiamin36.2Copper33.2
Nutrition
per_100g
331
Calories
16.6g
Protein
72.7g
Carbs
0.7g
Fat
9g
Fiber
Health benefits
Supports healthy blood pressure and vascular function
strong evidenceAllicin and S-allyl cysteine enhance endothelial nitric-oxide production and hydrogen sulfide signaling, promoting vasodilation and reducing arterial stiffness
Improves blood lipid profile
moderate evidenceDiallyl disulfide and related organosulfur compounds inhibit hepatic HMG-CoA reductase, lowering cholesterol synthesis
Provides broad antimicrobial and immune support
moderate evidenceAllicin disrupts microbial thiol-dependent enzymes and stimulates immune cell activity
Pairs well with
- ·Pair with olive oil because garlic's fat-soluble organosulfur compounds and the formation of allicin are enhanced in a lipid medium
- ·Combine with tomatoes and herbs because the antioxidant synergy supports cardiovascular benefits in Mediterranean-style dishes
Practical tips
- ·Best timing: anytime
- ·Rehydrate garlic powder in a little water for 10 minutes before cooking to allow alliinase to generate allicin
- ·Add late in cooking and avoid prolonged high heat, since allicin and many thiosulfinates are heat-sensitive
