Artichoke

vegetables

Artichoke

8/ 10Excellent
Controversy: 6.1

Rated by 11 diets

7 approve2 caution2 avoid
Is Artichoke Healthy?

Yes — Artichoke is broadly considered healthy. 7 out of 11 diets approve it.

Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
Calories
47kcal
Protein
3.3g
Carbs
11g
Fat
0.2g
Fiber
5.4g
Sugar
1g
Sodium
94mg

Diet Ratings

Keto5/10CAUTION

Artichokes contain approximately 5-7g net carbs per 100g. Moderate carb content requires portion control. Some keto practitioners include them regularly; others prefer lower-carb alternatives to preserve carb allowance.

iStricter keto followers avoid artichokes due to carb density, while others view them as acceptable occasional vegetables given their fiber and nutrient profile.

Vegan9/10APPROVED

Whole plant flower bud with no animal products or derivatives. Excellent source of fiber, antioxidants, and inulin prebiotic.

Paleo8/10APPROVED

Unprocessed vegetable with prebiotic fiber and minimal anti-nutrients. Nutrient-dense and fully paleo-compliant.

Mediterranean9/10APPROVED

Mediterranean staple vegetable, especially in Southern Europe. Excellent source of inulin fiber, antioxidants, and polyphenols. Supports digestive and liver health.

Carnivore2/10AVOID

Plant-derived flower bud with significant carbohydrate content and plant compounds. Excluded from carnivore diet.

Whole3010/10APPROVED

Artichokes are whole vegetables with no excluded ingredients. Fully compliant with Whole30 rules.

Low-FODMAP2/10AVOID

Artichokes are high in fructans and GOS, making them high-FODMAP at any reasonable serving. Monash University clearly rates artichokes as high-FODMAP in elimination phase.

DASH9/10APPROVED

Excellent DASH vegetable. Very low sodium, exceptionally high fiber, rich in potassium and magnesium. Supports digestive and cardiovascular health.

Zone6/10CAUTION

Moderate carbohydrate content with high fiber. Usable in Zone meals but requires portioning awareness. Higher carb density than most non-starchy vegetables.

Anti-Inflammatory8/10APPROVED

Excellent source of inulin (prebiotic fiber) and polyphenols including chlorogenic acid. Supports liver function and gut health. High antioxidant content with minimal inflammatory compounds.

GLP-1 Friendly9/10APPROVED

Exceptional fiber (10g per medium artichoke), very low calorie, nutrient-dense (inulin prebiotic, vitamin C, folate), easy to digest. Works perfectly in small portions. One of the highest-fiber vegetables available. Ideal for GLP-1 patients.

Controversy Index

Score range: 210/10. Higher controversy = more disagreement between diets.

Consensus6.1Divisive

Diet-Specific Tips for Artichoke

Keto 5/10
  • 5-7g net carbs per 100g
  • High fiber content
  • Nutrient-dense
  • Requires portion awareness
Vegan 9/10
  • 100% plant-based
  • Whole food
  • High fiber content
  • Prebiotic properties
Paleo 8/10
  • Prebiotic fiber
  • Nutrient-dense
  • No anti-nutrients
Mediterranean 9/10
  • Prebiotic inulin fiber
  • High antioxidant content
  • Mediterranean cultural significance
  • Supports digestive health
Whole30 10/10
  • Whole vegetable
  • No excluded ingredients
  • Unprocessed
DASH 9/10
  • Very low sodium
  • Highest fiber vegetable
  • Rich in potassium
  • Magnesium content
Zone 6/10
  • Moderate carbohydrate content
  • High fiber (reduces net carbs)
  • Requires portion control
  • Nutrient-dense
  • Inulin prebiotic fiber
  • Polyphenols
  • Chlorogenic acid
  • Liver and gut support
  • exceptional fiber content
  • prebiotic inulin
  • very low calorie
  • nutrient-dense
  • works well in small portions
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