Diet Ratings
Lime is very low in net carbs (1.7g per 100g). Similar to lemon, ideal for keto cooking and beverages. Negligible impact on daily carb allowance.
Pure plant-based citrus fruit with no animal products or derivatives. Whole food with excellent nutritional profile.
Similar to lemon—unprocessed citrus with low sugar, high vitamin C, and minimal glycemic impact. Ancestrally available in tropical regions.
Similar nutritional profile to lemon with high vitamin C and antioxidants. Used in Mediterranean and Mediterranean-adjacent cuisines as a healthy flavor enhancer without added sugars or fats.
Similar to lemon—low-carb citrus fruit used by some practitioners for flavoring. Excluded by strict protocols but tolerated by many mainstream carnivore dieters.
iStrict Lion Diet excludes all plant foods. Some practitioners argue any plant food creates metabolic deviation from pure carnivory.
Whole citrus fruit with no added ingredients. Explicitly compliant with Whole30 guidelines as a natural fruit.
Lime is low in FODMAPs at standard servings. Similar to lemon, Monash University confirms low-FODMAP status. Typically used in small quantities for flavoring.
Zero sodium, rich in vitamin C, low calorie, excellent salt substitute for flavoring. Core DASH fruit.
Nearly identical nutritional profile to lemon. Minimal carbs, low glycemic index, polyphenol-rich. Excellent Zone-friendly citrus for seasoning and beverages.
Similar anti-inflammatory profile to lemon with high vitamin C, polyphenols, and antioxidants. Low sugar, low glycemic impact. Excellent for culinary use without inflammatory additives.
Very low calorie (11 per 100g), good fiber (2.8g per 100g), minimal natural sugar (1.7g per 100g), excellent vitamin C. Typically used in small amounts as flavoring/condiment. Supports hydration and digestion without GI burden.
Controversy Index
Score range: 5–10/10. Higher controversy = more disagreement between diets.