Why Gut Health Matters
- The Original Black Garlic Team
- 6 hours ago
- 2 min read
Your gut is home to trillions of microbes that play a vital role in your overall health. From digestion and immunity to mood and even skin, your gut microbiome affects much more than you might think.
Feeding your gut the right foods helps maintain a healthy, balanced microbiome. That’s where super foods like black garlic come in.
How Black Garlic Supports Gut Health
1. Rich in Antioxidants As it ages, black garlic develops a higher concentration of antioxidants than white garlic—especially S-allylcysteine (SAC). These antioxidants help reduce inflammation in the gut and support a healthier digestive environment.
2. Natural Prebiotics Black garlic contains inulin, a type of prebiotic fibre that nourishes beneficial gut bacteria. A diet rich in prebiotics helps maintain a diverse microbiome, which is key to strong immunity and good digestion.
3. Easier to Digest Compared to fresh white garlic, black garlic is softer, sweeter, and gentler on the stomach. It’s far less likely to cause irritation or upset, making it ideal for those with sensitive digestive systems.
4. Anti-Inflammatory Properties Chronic gut inflammation is linked to digestive issues such as IBS and bloating. Black garlic’s anti-inflammatory compounds may help soothe the gut lining and promote long-term digestive wellness.
How to Add Black Garlic to Your Diet
Black garlic’s mellow, umami-rich flavour makes it incredibly versatile.
Try:
Stirring black garlic paste into sauces or dressings
Spreading it on toast with avocado or soft cheese
Blending it into soups or marinades
Adding chopped cloves to pasta or grain bowls
Mixing it into mashed potatoes or hummus for a savoury twist
For recipes click here
Ready to get started? Explore our full range of black garlic products or pick it up in-store at M&S or Sainsbury’s and taste the ingredient changing the way we cook.