Diet Ratings
Durian contains approximately 9-10g net carbs per 100g. While higher in fat than most fruits, carbohydrate content remains incompatible with ketogenic macros.
Whole plant food, tropical fruit. Completely plant-based with no animal-derived ingredients or processing concerns.
Tropical fruit without anti-nutrients or processing. Naturally available and paleo-compatible. Higher fat content makes it nutrient-dense.
High in calories and saturated fat relative to other fruits. Moderate sugar content. Whole food but nutritionally denser than preferred Mediterranean fruits. Not traditional to region.
iSome nutritionists note durian's micronutrient profile and whole-food status; however, caloric and fat density makes it less ideal than Mediterranean-traditional fruits.
Tropical fruit with high carbohydrate and sugar content. Plant-based food incompatible with carnivore diet.
Durian is a whole, unprocessed tropical fruit with no excluded ingredients. It is naturally compliant with all Whole30 rules.
Durian is high in fructose and contains polyols, making it high-FODMAP. Limited direct Monash testing, but nutritional profile indicates FODMAP concern.
iMonash University has not extensively tested durian. However, based on high fructose content and polyol presence, clinical FODMAP practitioners consistently recommend avoidance during elimination phase.
High in calories and fat (though mostly unsaturated). Moderate potassium. Acceptable occasionally but not ideal for frequent consumption due to caloric density.
iNIH DASH guidelines emphasize whole fruits; durian's high fat content (though unsaturated) may concern some clinicians. Updated interpretation allows occasional consumption given nutrient profile.
Extremely high in carbohydrates (~27g per 100g) and calories with high glycemic load. Very difficult to portion into Zone meals without disrupting 40/30/30 ratio. Minimal fiber relative to sugar content.
High in fiber and vitamin C but also high in natural sugars and saturated fat. Polyphenol content modest. Calorie-dense with inflammatory potential from high saturated fat relative to anti-inflammatory compounds.
iSome traditional medicine systems value durian's warming properties; however, mainstream anti-inflammatory guidance prioritizes lower-sugar, lower-saturated-fat fruits.
High fat content (5.3g per 100g, mostly saturated), high calorie density (147 cal per 100g), low protein (1.5g), difficult to digest due to richness. Fat content will exacerbate GLP-1 side effects (nausea, bloating). Poor nutrient-to-calorie ratio given reduced appetite.
Controversy Index
Score range: 1–9/10. Higher controversy = more disagreement between diets.