The diets react (see scores below)
Diet Ratings
Kecap manis is Indonesian sweet soy sauce with approximately 15-20g carbs per tablespoon due to added sugar and molasses. Incompatible with keto macros.
Kecap manis is an Indonesian sweet soy sauce made from soybeans, sugar, and spices. Standard versions contain no animal products or derivatives.
Kecap manis is Indonesian sweet soy sauce made from soybeans (legume), sugar, and spices. It violates paleo on multiple counts: legume base, added sugar, and processing. Contains seed oils and additives.
Kecap manis is a sweetened soy sauce with added sugar. Mediterranean diet minimizes added sugars and processed condiments. High sodium and sugar content contradict core principles.
Kecap manis is Indonesian sweet soy sauce made from soybeans (legume) and sugar. Plant-derived with high sugar content. Explicitly excluded from carnivore diet.
Kecap manis is an Indonesian sweet soy sauce made from soybeans and added sugar. It contains two excluded ingredients: soy (legume) and added sugar.
Kecap manis is Indonesian sweet soy sauce made from soy sauce and palm sugar. The palm sugar content introduces excess fructose and glucose, making it high-FODMAP at typical serving sizes. Very small amounts (1 teaspoon) may be acceptable; standard condiment portions should be avoided.
Monash has not specifically tested kecap manis. Assessment based on high sugar content (palm sugar) and typical FODMAP practitioner guidance on sweetened condiments. Some low-sugar versions might be safer, but standard kecap manis is problematic during elimination.
Kecap manis is a sweet soy sauce with extremely high sodium (~1,000mg per tbsp) and high added sugar (~4g per tbsp). DASH limits sodium to <2,300mg/day (standard) or <1,500mg/day (low-sodium); a single tbsp exceeds 40% of daily limit. Contradicts both sodium and sugar guidelines.
Kecap manis is a sweet soy sauce with high sugar content (typically 15-20g sugar per tablespoon). It is a high-glycemic condiment that destabilizes blood glucose and conflicts with Zone's core principle of maintaining stable insulin levels. While small amounts could technically fit into carbohydrate blocks, the lack of nutritional benefit and high glycemic impact make it incompatible with Zone philosophy.
Kecap manis is a sweet soy sauce with high added sugar content (often 30-40% by weight). The high glycemic load and refined sugar content trigger inflammatory responses. While soy itself can be anti-inflammatory, the added sugars and processing make this product pro-inflammatory.
Sweet soy sauce with high sugar content (15g per tbsp) and sodium. Minimal protein or fiber. Empty calories contradict GLP-1 nutrient density principle. No satiety benefit. Better alternatives: low-sodium soy sauce or tamari.
Nutritional profile
Six traits that cut across every diet.
Fiber & Plants
How much whole-plant food and fiber it delivers.
Healthy Fats
The quality of its fats (unsaturated, omega-3).
Whole / Unprocessed
How close it is to its natural, unprocessed form.
Gut Gentle
How easy it is on digestion (low FODMAP, few irritants).
Low Glycemic
How little it spikes your blood sugar.
Protein Density
How much protein it packs per calorie.
Controversy Index
Score range: 1–8/10. Higher controversy = more disagreement between diets.
Diet-Specific Tips for Kecap manis
Vegan — 8/10- Plant-based condiment
- Soy-based
- No animal ingredients in standard formulation
- Minimally processed
Low-FODMAP — 5/10- High palm sugar content with excess fructose
- Monosaccharide FODMAP load
- Limited specific Monash data
- Portion control critical