Curry powder

spices

Curry powder

9/ 10Excellent
Controversy: 5.2

Rated by 11 diets

9 approve1 caution1 avoid

How the diets react

Approves9
Caution1
Disapproves1
Is Curry powder Healthy?

Yes — Curry powder is broadly considered healthy. 9 out of 11 diets approve it.

Nutrition Facts
Per 100g

Diet Ratings

KetoApproved

Curry powder is a spice blend with negligible carbs. Typical serving (1 tsp) contains <1g net carbs. Pure spice with no sugar. Excellent for flavor without carb impact.

VeganApproved

Curry powder is a spice blend made from turmeric, coriander, fenugreek, and other plant-based spices. No animal products or derivatives.

PaleoApproved

Curry powder is a blend of spices (turmeric, coriander, cumin, fenugreek, etc.) with no grains, legumes, dairy, or seed oils. Pure curry powder is unprocessed and available to hunter-gatherers. Check commercial versions for anti-caking agents and additives.

MediterraneanApproved

Curry powder is a spice blend with minimal processing and no added sugars or unhealthy fats. It adds flavor to Mediterranean dishes without calories. Spices are encouraged for taste enhancement without salt or sugar.

CarnivoreAvoid

Curry powder is a blend of plant-derived spices (turmeric, coriander, cumin, fenugreek, etc.). It is entirely plant-based and violates carnivore diet rules which exclude all plant-derived spices.

Whole30Approved

Curry powder is a spice blend made from turmeric, coriander, fenugreek, and other spices. It contains no excluded ingredients and is a standard Whole30 seasoning.

Low-FODMAPCaution

Curry powder is a spice blend typically containing turmeric, coriander, cumin, and fenugreek. Most individual spices are low-FODMAP. However, some curry powder blends contain garlic powder or onion powder (high-FODMAP). Depends on specific brand formulation.

Debated

Monash University rates pure spices as low-FODMAP, but commercial curry powders vary. Some brands add garlic or onion powder. Check ingredient list; pure spice blends without these additives are acceptable.

DASHApproved

Curry powder is a spice blend with minimal sodium and no added sugars. Contains turmeric (curcumin) with anti-inflammatory properties. Excellent for flavoring without compromising DASH principles. Supports vegetable and legume consumption.

ZoneApproved

Spice blend with negligible macronutrients. Rich in polyphenols and anti-inflammatory compounds (turmeric, cumin, coriander). Adds flavor without disrupting Zone ratios.

Curry powder is a blend of anti-inflammatory spices: turmeric (curcumin), coriander, cumin, fenugreek, and others. Turmeric is a cornerstone anti-inflammatory ingredient. Curry powder provides concentrated polyphenols and anti-inflammatory compounds. Excellent alignment with anti-inflammatory diet principles.

GLP-1 FriendlyApproved

Curry powder is a spice blend with negligible calories, fat, and sugar. Contains turmeric (anti-inflammatory), cumin, and other aromatic spices. Mild to moderate spice level is generally well-tolerated. Adds flavor to lean proteins and vegetables without GI risk for most patients.

Controversy Index

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

Consensus5.2Divisive

Diet-Specific Tips for Curry powder

Keto 9/10
  • Negligible net carbs
  • Pure spice blend
  • No added sugar
  • Minimal calories per serving
Vegan 9/10
  • Plant-based spice blend
  • No animal ingredients
  • Minimal processing
  • Whole food spices
Paleo 9/10
  • Spice blend from natural sources
  • No grains, legumes, or dairy
  • Unprocessed when pure
  • Check for additives in commercial versions
Mediterranean 8/10
  • Minimal processing
  • No added ingredients
  • Flavor-enhancing
  • Low calorie
  • Antioxidant spices
Whole30 9/10
  • Pure spice blend
  • No added sugar or excluded ingredients
  • Common Whole30 spice
Low-FODMAP 6/10
  • Individual spices are low-FODMAP
  • Some blends contain garlic/onion powder
  • Brand-dependent FODMAP content
  • Typical serving size is small (1-2 tsp)
DASH 9/10
  • Minimal sodium
  • No added sugars
  • Turmeric with anti-inflammatory compounds
  • Zero saturated fat
  • Enhances palatability of DASH foods
Zone 9/10
  • Zero meaningful macronutrients
  • High polyphenol content
  • Anti-inflammatory spices
  • No glycemic impact
  • Turmeric provides curcumin (potent anti-inflammatory)
  • Coriander and cumin contain polyphenols
  • Fenugreek supports blood sugar regulation
  • Concentrated source of multiple anti-inflammatory compounds
  • Zero calories, no inflammatory additives in pure blends
  • Negligible calories and macronutrients
  • Anti-inflammatory compounds (turmeric)
  • Mild to moderate spice level
  • Enhances flavor of lean proteins
  • Well-tolerated by most GLP-1 patients