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Horseradish Root
Herbs & Spices

Horseradish Root

91
Health
ScoreA+

Horseradish root is a pungent brassica rich in sinigrin glucosinolate, yielding antimicrobial allyl isothiocyanate when grated.

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Why Horseradish Root scores 91

Nutrient density30
Protein quality7
Fiber content10
Healthy fats5
Bioactive compounds14
Glycemic impact10
Top nutrients

% Daily Value per a pinch (2 g)

Vitamin C 0.6%Folate 0.3%Sodium 0.3%Zinc 0.1%Copper 0.1%

Nutrition

per_100g

48
Calories
1.2g
Protein
11.3g
Carbs
0.7g
Fat
3.3g
Fiber

Health benefits

Activates detoxification enzymes

moderate evidence

Allyl isothiocyanate from sinigrin induces phase II detoxification enzymes through Nrf2 signaling

Provides antimicrobial activity

moderate evidence

Allyl isothiocyanate disrupts microbial cell membranes and enzyme function against bacteria and fungi

Supports immune function via vitamin C

moderate evidence

Vitamin C acts as an antioxidant and cofactor for immune cell function

Pairs well with

  • ·Pair with fatty fish and beef because horseradish's pungent isothiocyanates cut richness and aid digestion
  • ·Combine with a touch of vinegar because acidity stabilizes the freshly formed allyl isothiocyanate

Practical tips

  • ·Best timing: Horseradish is a condiment with no circadian dependency; bioactives are most potent fresh.
  • ·Grate just before serving and use raw, since allyl isothiocyanate is volatile and degrades with heat and time
  • ·Add a little vinegar immediately after grating to lock in pungency and prevent bitterness

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