How the diets react
Diet Ratings
Low net carbs (~5-6g per cup cooked). High fiber offsets total carbs. Roasting with fat enhances flavor and satiety. Solid keto vegetable.
Whole plant food with no animal products or derivatives. Cruciferous vegetable with excellent nutritional profile.
Brussels sprouts are unprocessed cruciferous vegetables with high nutrient density and beneficial compounds. Universally approved in paleo diet.
Brussels sprouts are nutrient-dense cruciferous vegetables rich in vitamin C, K, and antioxidants. While more common in Northern Europe, they align with Mediterranean principles of plant-based, minimally processed foods. Roasting with olive oil is traditional.
Brussels sprouts are plant-derived vegetables. Carnivore diet excludes all vegetables and plant foods.
Whole vegetable explicitly allowed on Whole30. No excluded ingredients or processing.
Monash University confirms Brussels sprouts are low-FODMAP only at restricted portions (75g or about 4-5 sprouts). Contains GOS (galacto-oligosaccharides) that increase with serving size.
Excellent DASH cruciferous vegetable. Low sodium, high in potassium, fiber, and vitamin C. Rich in sulforaphane and other protective compounds. Supports cardiovascular health.
Excellent Zone vegetable. Low carb (~8g net carbs per cup cooked), cruciferous with potent anti-inflammatory sulforaphane, and high fiber. Sears emphasizes cruciferous vegetables as primary Zone vegetables.
Cruciferous vegetable with sulforaphane and indole-3-carbinol, compounds with strong anti-inflammatory and potential anti-cancer properties. High in vitamin C, K, and fiber. Excellent anti-inflammatory choice.
High fiber, low calorie, high water content, minimal fat, nutrient-dense (vitamin C, K, folate), easy to digest when cooked. Cruciferous vegetables support metabolic health. Works well roasted in small portions.
Controversy Index
Score range: 1–9/10. Higher controversy = more disagreement between diets.