Clementine

fruits

Clementine

8/ 10Excellent
Controversy: 6.1

Rated by 11 diets

7 approve2 caution2 avoid
Is Clementine Healthy?

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

Nutrition Facts
Per 100g

Diet Ratings

Keto2/10AVOID

Clementine contains approximately 8-9g net carbs per 100g. Small citrus fruit with high sugar concentration incompatible with ketogenic diet.

Vegan9/10APPROVED

Whole plant food, citrus fruit. Completely plant-based with no animal-derived ingredients or processing concerns.

Paleo9/10APPROVED

Citrus fruit with no anti-nutrients or processing. Fits paleo framework as naturally available fruit. Universally accepted.

Mediterranean9/10APPROVED

Seedless citrus variety cultivated extensively in Mediterranean regions. Rich in vitamin C, fiber, and antioxidants. Whole food, minimal processing. Traditional Mediterranean winter fruit.

Carnivore1/10AVOID

Citrus fruit with high sugar and carbohydrate content. Plant-based food excluded from all carnivore diet protocols.

Whole309/10APPROVED

Clementine is a whole, unprocessed citrus fruit with no excluded ingredients. It is naturally compliant with all Whole30 rules.

Low-FODMAP8/10APPROVED

Clementines are low-FODMAP at standard servings (1 fruit or 88g) per Monash University. Small citrus fruits are safe with minimal FODMAP content.

DASH9/10APPROVED

Small citrus fruit with excellent DASH alignment. Low sodium, high vitamin C, good fiber, potassium source. Natural sugars acceptable in whole fruit form.

Zone6/10CAUTION

Clementine is low-glycemic citrus fruit (GI ~35) with moderate natural sugars (~9g per fruit) and vitamin C/polyphenols. Usable in Zone; approximately 1-2 clementines per carb block. Better choice than higher-glycemic fruits, though berries remain preferred.

Anti-Inflammatory7/10APPROVED

Citrus fruit rich in vitamin C, flavonoids (hesperidin, naringenin), and polyphenols with strong antioxidant properties. Anti-inflammatory compounds well-documented. Lower glycemic index than many fruits due to fiber content. Whole fruit consumption preserves fiber and phytonutrients.

GLP-1 Friendly6/10CAUTION

Clementines provide fiber (~1.6g) and vitamin C but contain 9g sugar per medium fruit. While better than dried fruit, the sugar concentration may trigger nausea in some GLP-1 patients. Acceptable in moderation as an occasional treat, but not a daily staple. Portion control essential.

Controversy Index

Score range: 19/10. Higher controversy = more disagreement between diets.

Consensus6.1Divisive

Diet-Specific Tips for Clementine

Vegan 9/10
  • whole food
  • fruit
  • no processing
  • nutrient-dense
Paleo 9/10
  • Whole fruit
  • Paleolithic availability
  • No anti-nutrients
  • Vitamin C-rich
Mediterranean 9/10
  • Mediterranean cultivated
  • high vitamin C
  • high fiber
  • traditional seasonal
Whole30 9/10
  • Whole fruit
  • No processing
  • No added sugar
  • No excluded ingredients
Low-FODMAP 8/10
  • Low fructose ratio
  • Monash-tested as low-FODMAP
  • Safe at typical portions
DASH 9/10
  • Low sodium
  • High vitamin C
  • Good fiber
  • Potassium source
Zone 6/10
  • Low glycemic index (~35)
  • Moderate natural sugar (~9g per fruit)
  • Vitamin C and polyphenols
  • Requires portion control (1-2 fruits per block)
  • flavonoids
  • vitamin C
  • polyphenols
  • low glycemic index
  • fiber-rich
  • moderate sugar content
  • good fiber
  • vitamin C-rich
  • high water content
  • portion-sensitive
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