Brussels sprouts

vegetables

Brussels sprouts

9/ 10Excellent
Controversy: 5.0

Rated by 11 diets

9 approve1 caution1 avoid
Is Brussels sprouts Healthy?

Yes — Brussels sprouts is broadly considered healthy. 9 out of 11 diets approve it.

Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
Calories
43kcal
Protein
3.4g
Carbs
9g
Fat
0.3g
Fiber
3.8g
Sugar
2.2g
Sodium
25mg

Diet Ratings

Keto8/10APPROVED

Low net carbs (8g per cup cooked), cruciferous vegetable with excellent nutrient profile. Fits well within keto macros.

Vegan9/10APPROVED

Whole plant food, cruciferous vegetable rich in vitamin C, K, and phytonutrients. Fully compliant with all vegan standards.

Paleo9/10APPROVED

Cruciferous vegetable with excellent nutrient density and phytonutrients. Unprocessed and available to hunter-gatherers. Low-carb and anti-inflammatory.

Mediterranean9/10APPROVED

Cruciferous vegetable with exceptional nutrient density. High in vitamins C and K, fiber, and antioxidants. Aligns with Mediterranean plant-based emphasis.

Carnivore2/10AVOID

Cruciferous plant vegetable. Contains anti-nutrients and plant compounds. Not compatible with carnivore diet principles.

Whole3010/10APPROVED

Whole, unprocessed cruciferous vegetable with no excluded ingredients. Explicitly compliant with Whole30 program.

Low-FODMAP5/10CAUTION

Brussels sprouts contain fructans and GOS. Monash rates 1 cup (88g) as low-FODMAP, but portions exceed this quickly. Dose-dependent; requires careful measurement during elimination phase.

DASH9/10APPROVED

Cruciferous vegetable with potassium, magnesium, fiber, and vitamin C. Minimal sodium. Core DASH vegetable with strong anti-inflammatory and cardiovascular benefits.

Zone9/10APPROVED

Cruciferous vegetable with minimal net carbs, exceptional polyphenol content, high fiber. Exemplary Zone carb choice with negligible glycemic impact and unlimited portioning flexibility.

Anti-Inflammatory9/10APPROVED

Cruciferous vegetable with high sulforaphane, vitamin K, and polyphenols. Potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Supports detoxification and reduces inflammatory markers. Roasting enhances flavor and nutrient bioavailability.

GLP-1 Friendly8/10APPROVED

High fiber, low calorie, nutrient-dense (vitamin C, K, folate), easy to digest when cooked. Can cause gas/bloating if raw or eaten in large quantities, but small roasted portions are ideal for GLP-1 patients.

Controversy Index

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

Consensus5.0Divisive

Diet-Specific Tips for Brussels sprouts

Keto 8/10
  • 8g net carbs per cup cooked
  • High in vitamin C and K
  • Cruciferous with anti-inflammatory compounds
Vegan 9/10
  • Whole food
  • High nutritional density
  • No processing
  • Cruciferous vegetable
Paleo 9/10
  • nutrient-dense
  • unprocessed
  • low-carb
  • anti-inflammatory
Mediterranean 9/10
  • High in vitamin C and K
  • Contains fiber
  • Antioxidant-rich
  • Minimal processing required
Whole30 10/10
  • Whole vegetable
  • No additives
  • Nutrient-dense
Low-FODMAP 5/10
  • Fructans present
  • GOS present
  • Portion-dependent FODMAP status
DASH 9/10
  • Very low sodium
  • High potassium and magnesium
  • High fiber
  • Rich in antioxidants
Zone 9/10
  • Very low net carbs
  • High polyphenol content
  • Excellent fiber-to-carb ratio
  • Strong anti-inflammatory profile
  • sulforaphane richness
  • vitamin K content
  • polyphenol density
  • detoxification support
  • high fiber content
  • low calorie
  • nutrient-dense
  • cooked form preferred
  • small portions minimize gas
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