Bok choy (baby)

vegetables

Bok choy (baby)

9/ 10Excellent
Controversy: 4.6

Rated by 11 diets

10 approve0 caution1 avoid
Is Bok choy (baby) Healthy?

Yes — Bok choy (baby) is broadly considered healthy. 10 out of 11 diets approve it.

Nutrition Facts
Per 100g

Diet Ratings

Keto9/10APPROVED

Very low net carbs (0.4-1g per 100g). Cruciferous vegetable rich in nutrients. Excellent for volume and satiety. Minimal impact on ketosis.

Vegan10/10APPROVED

Baby bok choy is a whole leafy green vegetable, entirely plant-based. No processing or animal-derived ingredients.

Paleo9/10APPROVED

Unprocessed cruciferous vegetable, low-carb, nutrient-dense. No processing, grains, legumes, or problematic ingredients. Excellent paleo vegetable.

Mediterranean9/10APPROVED

Cruciferous leafy green, plant-based, very low calorie, nutrient-dense with calcium and vitamins. Excellent fit for Mediterranean vegetable emphasis. Can be prepared simply with olive oil and garlic.

Carnivore2/10AVOID

Baby bok choy is a cruciferous plant vegetable. Despite being young and tender, it remains plant-derived and excluded from carnivore diet.

Whole309/10APPROVED

Fresh baby bok choy is a whole vegetable with no excluded ingredients. Fully compliant.

Low-FODMAP9/10APPROVED

Monash University rates bok choy as low-FODMAP at standard servings (approximately 150g). Baby bok choy is particularly low in fermentable carbohydrates. Safe at typical consumption levels.

DASH9/10APPROVED

Excellent DASH cruciferous vegetable. Very low sodium (<65mg per 100g), excellent source of calcium, potassium, vitamin C, vitamin K, and fiber. Low calorie, nutrient-dense, supports cardiovascular health. Minimal processing concerns.

Zone9/10APPROVED

Baby bok choy is a Zone ideal: very low-glycemic, minimal carbs, high fiber, nutrient-dense, and provides polyphenols. Excellent cruciferous vegetable choice with anti-inflammatory properties.

Anti-Inflammatory9/10APPROVED

Cruciferous green with glucosinolates, vitamin K, calcium, and polyphenols. Excellent anti-inflammatory profile with minimal carbohydrates. Baby bok choy is tender and nutrient-dense. Raw or lightly cooked preserves enzyme activity and bioavailability.

GLP-1 Friendly8/10APPROVED

Excellent fiber (1.5g per cup cooked), very low calorie, high water content, easy to digest, nutrient-dense (calcium, vitamins A/C/K). Mild flavor works well with GLP-1 nausea sensitivity. Portion-friendly and supports hydration.

Controversy Index

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

Consensus4.6Divisive

Diet-Specific Tips for Bok choy (baby)

Keto 9/10
  • Very low net carbs (0.4-1g per 100g)
  • Cruciferous (anti-inflammatory)
  • Nutrient-dense
  • Unlimited portions
Vegan 10/10
  • Whole vegetable
  • No processing
  • Plant-based only
Paleo 9/10
  • unprocessed vegetable
  • low-carb
  • nutrient-dense
  • cruciferous benefits
Mediterranean 9/10
  • cruciferous leafy green
  • very low calorie
  • excellent nutrient profile
  • versatile preparation methods
Whole30 9/10
  • Whole, unprocessed vegetable
  • No excluded ingredients
  • Approved vegetable category
Low-FODMAP 9/10
  • Monash-tested at 150g
  • Low fermentable carbohydrates
  • Cruciferous vegetable (low-FODMAP)
  • Safe at standard portions
DASH 9/10
  • Very low sodium
  • Excellent calcium source
  • Rich in potassium and vitamin C
  • High nutrient density
Zone 9/10
  • Very low glycemic index
  • Minimal net carbs
  • High nutrient density
  • Anti-inflammatory
  • Glucosinolates and sulforaphane
  • High vitamin K content
  • Bioavailable calcium
  • Low glycemic load
  • high fiber
  • low calorie density
  • high water content
  • easy to digest
  • nutrient-dense
  • mild flavor
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