The diets react (see scores below)
Diet Ratings
Lima beans contain ~20g net carbs per 100g cooked. Too high in carbohydrates to fit within daily keto limits. Starchy legume incompatible with ketosis.
Whole plant legume, excellent source of plant protein, fiber, and minerals. Minimally processed. Fully compliant with all vegan standards.
Lima beans are legumes, a core paleo exclusion. They contain lectins, phytic acid, and other anti-nutrients that interfere with nutrient absorption.
Excellent legume source of plant protein, fiber, and minerals. Core Mediterranean diet food meant to be consumed multiple times weekly as primary protein source.
Lima beans are legumes (plant-derived) and explicitly excluded from carnivore diet. No animal-derived component; violates core dietary principle.
Lima beans are legumes, which are explicitly excluded from Whole30 for the full 30-day period.
Lima beans are high in GOS and fructans. Monash testing shows high-FODMAP status even at modest portions (½ cup). Not recommended during elimination phase.
Excellent source of plant protein, fiber, potassium, and magnesium. Low sodium. Core DASH legume with strong cardiovascular benefits.
Lima beans contain higher glycemic carbohydrates than other legumes and have a moderate glycemic index. While providing protein and fiber, they require careful portioning to maintain Zone ratios. Better alternatives exist among lower-glycemic legumes.
Legume with high fiber, resistant starch, polyphenols, and plant protein. Supports healthy gut microbiota and provides sustained energy without inflammatory spikes.
High protein (15g per cooked cup), high fiber (13g per cup), low fat, nutrient-dense. Soft texture aids digestion. Small portions highly satisfying. Excellent GLP-1 food.
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: 1–9/10. Higher controversy = more disagreement between diets.
Diet-Specific Tips for Lima beans
Vegan — 9/10- Whole food legume
- Good protein content
- High in fiber
- Nutrient-dense
Mediterranean — 9/10- legume staple
- plant protein
- fiber rich
- nutrient dense
DASH — 9/10- High protein (15g per cooked cup)
- Rich in potassium (955mg per cooked cup)
- High fiber (13g per cooked cup)
- Low sodium when unsalted
- Supports healthy blood pressure
Zone — 5/10- Moderate-to-higher glycemic index for legumes
- Adequate protein content
- Requires careful carb portioning
- Less ideal than green lentils or adzuki beans
Anti-Inflammatory — 8/10- high fiber
- resistant starch
- polyphenols
- plant protein
- low glycemic index
GLP-1 Friendly — 8/10- high protein
- high fiber
- low fat
- soft texture
- nutrient-dense