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Garlic and a low-FODMAP diet

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There seems to be a bit of confusion around how to use garlic safely on a low-FODMAP diet. This article looks at why garlic is a problem, and how you can safely add garlic flavour to your meals without causing tummy troubles. Why is garlic a problem on a low-FODMAP diet? Garlic contains fructo-oligosaccharides, which are commonly referred to as fructans. Fructans are short-chain carbohydrates and are found in foods like onions, garlic, wheat, rye, barley and artichokes. Humans do not have enzymes to break down fructans, which means they…

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Why you should eat garlic empty stomach?

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Why you should eat garlic on empty stomach? (Getty Image) There are differing opinions on the subject of eating garlic on an empty stomach. You may have heard people writing it off as a grandmother’s home recipe that has very little effect but there are many who swear by its benefits. Garlic on empty stomach is very effective for preventing and curing different diseases. Natural antibiotic Studies have shown that garlic if eaten on an empty stomach acts as a powerful antibiotic. It is more effective when you eat it…

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7 Surprising Health Benefits Of Garlic

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Garlic – a humble ingredient that not only will spruce up your meals but also rev up your health. There is something irresistible about the aroma of roasted garlic. It is so captivating with its powerful notes, that it has long been used as a flavour booster in curries, stir-fries, pizza toppings, pastas, meat preparations, dips – you name it! It has the power to instantly liven up any dish and treat some of the most common ailments. Read on to unravel some surprising garlic benefits. Raw Garlic Could Help…

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