How the diets react
Diet Ratings
1 lime (~32g) contains ~1g net carbs. Minimal carb impact; used for flavoring in keto cooking. No portion restrictions for typical culinary use.
Whole plant food, naturally vegan, good source of vitamin C. No animal products or derivatives.
Unprocessed citrus fruit with excellent paleo credentials. Very low sugar, high vitamin C, and commonly used as a flavoring agent. No anti-nutrients or problematic compounds.
Limes are citrus fruits used extensively in Mediterranean cooking for flavoring. They provide vitamin C and are encouraged as part of plant-based diet and healthy cooking practices.
Plant-derived citrus fruit. Excluded from carnivore diet as a plant food.
Whole fruit with no added ingredients. Explicitly compliant as a natural fruit allowed on Whole30.
Monash University rates lime as low-FODMAP at a standard serving of 1 lime (42g). It is very low in fermentable carbohydrates and suitable for the elimination phase.
DASH-approved citrus fruit. Good source of vitamin C, potassium, and fiber. Low sodium. Excellent for flavoring without added salt.
Minimal carbohydrate content with polyphenol benefits. Excellent for flavoring without carb impact. Minimal net carbs make it ideal for Zone cooking and dressing applications.
Rich in vitamin C and flavonoids with anti-inflammatory properties. Excellent for enhancing absorption of other nutrients and supporting immune function. Useful culinary anti-inflammatory agent.
Very low sugar (1.7g per 100g), high fiber (2.8g per 100g), excellent fiber-to-sugar ratio, high water content (88%), aids digestion and nutrient absorption. Ideal as flavoring or small whole fruit.
Controversy Index
Score range: 1–10/10. Higher controversy = more disagreement between diets.