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The benefits and harms of oven-baked garlic are determined by its chemical composition and properties. Compared to raw vegetables, the baked product is less spicy. Thanks to heat treatment, it acquires a special taste, and its consistency becomes like a paste. This mass is consumed both independently (spread on bread) and in combination with other additives (mustard, curd cheese, yogurt).
Chemical composition of baked garlic
Baked garlic is almost no different in chemical composition from raw garlic. It includes:
- organic acids;
- dietary fiber (fiber);
- saturated and unsaturated fatty acids;
- vitamins: C, group B;
- water;
- potassium;
- calcium;
- iodine;
- magnesium;
- manganese;
- iron;
- phosphorus;
- selenium.
As a result of processing, baked garlic loses some of the essential oils that give it its characteristic aroma. But this can be completely avoided if you bake the cloves without cleaning the head and wrap it in foil. The only drawback of the baked product is that it does not contain allicin. This substance has antioxidant activity, but is found only in fresh cloves.The absence of allicin does not affect the taste in any way.
It is about 143–149 kcal per 100 g (excluding oil). Nutritional value of the product (100 g): proteins 6.5 g, fats 0.5 g, carbohydrates 29.9 g.
What are the benefits of baked garlic?
The benefits of baked garlic are determined by its rich chemical composition. The product has a beneficial effect on various organ systems, awakens appetite and helps strengthen the immune system.
For men
Baked garlic has benefits for the male body. It is as follows:
- normalization of sexual function;
- stimulation of testosterone synthesis;
- reduction of cholesterol levels in blood vessels;
- increased blood flow to all organs;
- improvement of liver function;
- strengthening the immune system;
- suppression of inflammatory processes;
- prevention of diabetes mellitus;
- restoration of the central nervous system.
Baked garlic improves erection and normalizes blood pressure in men
For women
This natural product is recommended for everyone. Baked garlic also has beneficial properties for women, which are manifested in the following:
- cholesterol reduction;
- decrease in blood pressure;
- prevention of thrombosis due to blood thinning;
- slowing down the aging process;
- prevention of uterine and breast cancer;
- strengthening bones and joints, preventing osteoporosis;
- improvement of hair condition;
- awakening of appetite;
- improved mood.
However, in the third trimester it is better to exclude the product or switch only to baked ones. If allergies or other side effects occur, consult your doctor.
For children
Children can also be given garlic in small quantities periodically - starting with one clove per day. If there are no medical contraindications, you can start as early as the ninth month. This is especially important if you have any disease of the digestive system or allergic reactions.
The benefits of baked garlic for children come down to the following:
- strengthening the immune system;
- prevention of rickets;
- fight against worms;
- appetite stimulation;
- antibacterial effect;
- additional remedy against ARVI.
As a result, it was found that people who regularly include the product in their diet suffer from colds 3 times less than those who do not eat it at all.
How to bake whole garlic in the oven
When processed, the vegetable loses its aroma, but becomes less pungent. Roasting transforms the cloves into a thick paste that is easy to spread on bread. The classic recipe includes the following ingredients:
- garlic - whole, unpeeled heads;
- salt and pepper - to taste;
- olive oil;
- dried or fresh thyme - a few pinches.
To roast garlic in the oven you will need foil.
You can also use rosemary or basil instead of thyme. Baking is carried out in the oven, so you will need a mold (or heat-resistant tray) and foil. The instructions are:
- Cut off the top layer of the heads so that the cloves are exposed. There is no need to rinse anything, much less clean it - they should remain intact.
- Place bottom down (cut side up) in pan. There is no need to pour oil or water into it.
- Sprinkle each head with a little salt, pepper, thyme or other spices.
- Drizzle olive oil over each head until it seeps between the cloves.
- Cover the pan with foil or wrap each head. This must be done airtight so that the vegetable does not lose its flavor during baking.
- Place in an oven preheated to 200 degrees.
- Bake for 50–60 minutes.
- Remove and remove foil. Proceed with caution as the fumes may burn your hands.
- Allow to cool to such a temperature that you can pick up the teeth.
- Peel each of them, crush the contents in a separate plate.
The resulting garlic paste can be spread on toast, crackers, or used as an additional snack for a meat or vegetable dish. It is used both in pure form and with additives. For example, you can take two tablespoons of paste and mix with the following ingredients:
- sweet mustard – 1 tsp;
- curd cheese – 1 tbsp. l.;
- yogurt without sugar and other additives – 150 ml;
- sprig of dill (leaves only) – 1 pc.
All ingredients are mixed, then finely chopped dill and salt are added to taste. The dressing is suitable for meat and fish dishes.
Contraindications and possible harm
The use of baked garlic is contraindicated in the presence of chronic diseases (not only digestive, but also other systems):
- gastritis;
- cholelithiasis of the liver;
- ulcer of the duodenum, stomach;
- diarrhea;
- renal failure;
- arterial hypotension;
- individual intolerance to components, allergies;
- eye diseases;
- arrhythmia;
- epilepsy (can provoke a seizure);
- pregnancy (late stages).
According to WHO recommendations, you can consume up to 5 g of garlic per day, i.e. 1–2 medium cloves
In the case of a cooked product, the quantity can be increased slightly, since it is not so spicy. Baked garlic not only has benefits, it also has contraindications. In excessive quantities, this product can lead to several side effects:
- Awakening your appetite indirectly contributes to weight gain.
- Garlic juice irritates the lining of the stomach and intestines, which can lead to heartburn, belching and even ulcers.
- The vegetable has a choleretic effect - in excess it can provoke a strong outflow of bile.
- The product may cause heart rhythm disturbances.
- There is evidence that baked and especially fresh garlic reduce the severity of the reaction: this should be taken into account, for example, by drivers.
- For older people, garlic abuse is dangerous for the development of senile dementia. There is also contrary evidence that use strengthens memory.
Thus, the health benefits and harms of baked garlic are determined by its dosage. But for people with chronic diseases, this product can be dangerous even in small quantities.
Conclusion
The benefits and harms of baked garlic in the oven do not differ from the properties of the fresh product. It can be consumed in reasonable quantities. It is worth remembering that both cloves and garlic paste awaken the appetite (although the product itself is not very high in calories). Therefore, such food is not suitable for a diet.
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