Grouper

seafood

Grouper

9/ 10Excellent
Controversy: 5.0

Rated by 11 diets

10 approve0 caution1 avoid

How the diets react

Approves10
Disapproves1
Is Grouper Healthy?

Yes — Grouper is broadly considered healthy. 10 out of 11 diets approve it.

Nutrition Facts
Per 100g

Diet Ratings

KetoApproved

Grouper is a lean white fish with zero carbs and excellent protein content. Ideal keto protein source with no compatibility concerns.

VeganAvoid

Fish is an animal product and explicitly excluded from vegan diets. Grouper contains no plant-based alternatives.

PaleoApproved

Grouper is a nutrient-dense fish with excellent protein content and healthy fats. It aligns with paleo principles as an unprocessed seafood available to hunter-gatherers.

MediterraneanApproved

Firm white fish with excellent protein and omega-3 content. Supports Mediterranean fish consumption guidelines. Versatile for traditional Mediterranean preparations with olive oil and vegetables.

CarnivoreApproved

Grouper is a nutrient-dense fatty fish with high protein and omega-3 content. Pure animal product with no additives. Fully compliant with carnivore diet standards.

Whole30Approved

Grouper is a whole, unprocessed seafood with no excluded ingredients. Fully compliant with Whole30.

Low-FODMAPApproved

Grouper is a white fish with no carbohydrates and no FODMAPs. Monash University confirms all plain fish are low-FODMAP at any serving size.

DASHApproved

Lean white fish with excellent protein content and low saturated fat. Supports DASH guidelines as a heart-healthy seafood choice.

ZoneApproved

Lean white fish (~1-2g fat per 100g), ~20g protein per 100g, zero carbs. Excellent Zone protein with minimal fat requiring monounsaturated fat pairing.

Lean white fish similar to flounder with good protein quality, moderate omega-3s, and minimal saturated fat. Aligns well with anti-inflammatory seafood recommendations.

GLP-1 FriendlyApproved

Lean white fish with 19-20g protein per 3oz serving, low fat (1-2g), excellent digestibility. Similar nutritional profile to flounder with slightly firmer texture. Supports protein goals without GI burden.

Controversy Index

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

Consensus5.0Divisive

Diet-Specific Tips for Grouper

Keto 9/10
  • 0g net carbs per 100g
  • High protein (19g per 100g)
  • Minimal fat content
  • Clean, unprocessed whole food
Paleo 9/10
  • High-quality protein
  • Omega-3 and omega-6 balance
  • Unprocessed whole food
  • Moderate mercury content
Mediterranean 8/10
  • lean protein
  • omega-3 fatty acids
  • low mercury relative to larger predatory fish
  • traditional Mediterranean staple
Carnivore 8/10
  • fatty fish
  • omega-3 rich
  • complete protein
  • minimally processed
Whole30 9/10
  • Seafood
  • Unprocessed
  • No additives
Low-FODMAP 9/10
  • Zero carbohydrates
  • No fermentable sugars
  • Plain preparation required
DASH 9/10
  • Low saturated fat
  • High-quality protein
  • Minimal sodium
  • Omega-3 content
Zone 9/10
  • Very lean protein
  • Low glycemic impact
  • Omega-3 content
  • Minimal saturated fat
  • Moderate omega-3 content
  • High-quality protein
  • Low saturated fat
  • Mineral-rich (selenium, magnesium)
  • high protein density
  • very low fat
  • easy to digest
  • nutrient-dense
  • sustainable protein source