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VegetablesNOVA 1 (Whole Food)3 cloves (9g)

Garlic, Fresh Raw Cloves

Portion Weight:
g
13 kcalC: 3gP: 0.6gF: 0gFiber: 0.2g

Impact on Body, Brain & Energy

Pure Cellular Hydration & Electrolytes

Minimal calories with maximum cellular hydration. High potassium and magnesium balance cellular osmotic pressure without insulin demand.

Lutein & Folate Cognitive Longevity

Rich in dietary folate and carotenoids that support homocysteine clearance and protect microvascular brain capillary health.

Alkalizing Mineral Buffer & Peristalsis

Insoluble cellulose fibers clean the digestive tract while alkalizing mineral salts reduce systemic acid load (negative PRAL).

Circadian Timing Window (Chrono-Nutrition):Anytime / Ideal Lunch & Dinner Starter

Eating non-starchy vegetables as the FIRST step of a meal coats the intestinal wall in fiber, blunting the glycemic impact of carbs eaten afterwards by up to 30%.

Smart Food Pairings (Nutrient Synergies)

+ Extra Virgin Olive Oil (10g)Satiety 3–4h

Fat-soluble carotenoids (lutein, beta-carotene) and vitamin K require dietary lipids for micellar absorption in the duodenum (up to 4x higher absorption).

Dietary Framework Compatibility

Ketogenic / Low-CarbKeto Friendly

Only 3g net carbs per serving. Will not disrupt nutritional ketosis.

DASH CardiovascularDASH Compatible

Controlled sodium profile fitting within adult cardiovascular targets.

Low-FODMAP Gut HealthHigh Fermentation

Rich in fermentable substrates that may trigger gas or distension in irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).

Acid-Base & PRAL BalanceNeutral PRAL

Near-neutral PRAL balance (-0.2 mEq). Negligible impact on renal net acid excretion.

Mediterranean LongevityTraditional Whole Food

Foundational pillar of the traditional Mediterranean dietary pattern.

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