Vegetables · SOURCE-BASED NUTRITION
Garlic, raw nutrition facts
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Garlic, raw. Nutrient values are reported by USDA FoodData Central for the stated 100 g basis.
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MEASURED VALUES
Key nutrition facts
For 100 g
COMPLETE PROFILE
All available nutrients
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Energy | 143 kcal | — |
| Protein | 6.62 g | 13.2% |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 28.2 g | 10.3% |
| Total lipid (fat) | 0.38 g | 0.5% |
| Fiber, total dietary | 2.7 g | 9.6% |
| Selenium, Se | 9.8 µg | 17.8% |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 10 mg | 11.1% |
| Ash | 1.71 g | — |
| Nitrogen | 1.06 g | — |
| Water | 63.1 g | — |
MEASURED NUTRIENT ROLES
Top nutrients that support the body
For 100 g, the strongest Daily Value contributions among nutrients available in this record are Selenium (17.8% DV), Vitamin C (11.1% DV) and Dietary fiber (9.6% DV). The cards explain the normal roles of those nutrients, not a treatment effect of the food.
Selenium: thyroid and antioxidant defense
This amount provides 9.8 µg. Selenium supports thyroid hormone metabolism, DNA synthesis and protection from oxidative damage. This describes the nutrient’s normal role, not disease prevention or treatment.
Read the NIH/FDA nutrient referenceVitamin C: collagen and antioxidant function
This amount provides 10 mg. Vitamin C acts as an antioxidant and supports collagen production, immune function and absorption of nonheme iron. This describes the nutrient’s normal role, not disease prevention or treatment.
Read the NIH/FDA nutrient referenceDietary fiber: digestion and fullness
This amount provides 2.7 g. Dietary fiber supports digestion, adds bulk to stool, and can help with fullness. This describes the nutrient’s normal role, not disease prevention or treatment.
Read the NIH/FDA nutrient referenceMEASURED CONTRIBUTIONS AND REVIEWED RECORDS
Food-specific benefits & evidence
Contributes Selenium
This amount provides 9.8 µg. Selenium supports thyroid hormone metabolism, DNA synthesis and protection from oxidative damage. This is a measured nutrient contribution, not proof that the food prevents or treats disease.
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Food data sources
- FoodData CentralU.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service
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