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diallyl trisulfide

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Why does garlic cause bad breath?
Why does garlic cause bad breath? Learn about the chemistry of garlic and why it causes bad breath and is good for health.

Diallyl trisulfide is an organosulfur compound with the chemical formula (CH₂=CHCH₂)₂S₃. It is found in garlic oil, which is produced when garlic cloves are distilled with water. This compound, along with other diallyl disulfides and polysulfides, is formed from the action of water and heat on allicin. Diallyl trisulfide is a key contributor to the flavor of various food products.1

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  4. allyl sulfide

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