Lobster

seafood

Lobster

8/ 10Excellent
Controversy: 5.3

Rated by 11 diets

8 approve2 caution1 avoid
Is Lobster Healthy?

Yes — Lobster is broadly considered healthy. 8 out of 11 diets approve it.

Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
Calories
89kcal
Protein
19g
Carbs
0.5g
Fat
0.9g
Fiber
0g
Sugar
0g
Sodium
423mg

Diet Ratings

Keto9/10APPROVED

Excellent keto protein with 0g net carbs. High protein, minimal fat. Unprocessed whole food ideal for ketogenic macros. Luxurious protein option.

Vegan1/10AVOID

Lobster is a crustacean and animal flesh. Explicitly excluded under vegan diet rules prohibiting all shellfish and animal products.

Paleo9/10APPROVED

Shellfish available to Paleolithic coastal populations. Excellent protein source with minerals. Minimal processing when fresh.

Mediterranean6/10CAUTION

Seafood fits twice-weekly guideline, excellent protein and minerals. However, traditionally prepared with butter, high cost limits regular consumption. Acceptable occasionally but not a staple.

Carnivore8/10APPROVED

Lobster is animal-derived shellfish with excellent protein, minimal fat, and good micronutrient profile. Minimally processed when fresh or frozen plain. Universally approved across carnivore community. Excellent source of selenium and copper.

Whole3010/10APPROVED

Whole shellfish. Fully compliant when prepared simply without added ingredients. Excellent protein and nutrient source.

Low-FODMAP9/10APPROVED

Plain lobster is a protein with no fermentable carbohydrates. Monash University confirms all plain shellfish including lobster are low-FODMAP at all reasonable serving sizes.

DASH6/10CAUTION

Lobster is lean and low in saturated fat, but naturally contains moderate sodium (300-400mg per 3oz). Preparation method matters; avoid butter-based sauces. Acceptable occasionally in moderation.

Zone8/10APPROVED

Extremely lean protein with minimal fat and carbohydrate. Excellent Zone protein block. Low glycemic impact. Versatile preparation supports anti-inflammatory meal construction.

Anti-Inflammatory7/10APPROVED

Low in saturated fat, excellent protein source. Contains astaxanthin and selenium. Minimal mercury. Low inflammatory profile. Sustainable sourcing important.

GLP-1 Friendly9/10APPROVED

Lobster is an excellent GLP-1 companion food: extremely high protein density (20g protein per 100g, minimal calories), virtually no carbs, low saturated fat, easy to digest, and highly satiating in small portions. The lean protein supports muscle preservation during rapid weight loss.

Controversy Index

Score range: 110/10. Higher controversy = more disagreement between diets.

Consensus5.3Divisive

Diet-Specific Tips for Lobster

Keto 9/10
  • 0g net carbs
  • High protein (20g per 100g)
  • Very low fat
  • Unprocessed whole food
Paleo 9/10
  • Whole food shellfish
  • High quality protein
  • Mineral-rich
  • Low carbohydrate
Mediterranean 6/10
  • Seafood category
  • High protein, low fat
  • Often prepared with butter
  • Expensive, special occasion food
Carnivore 8/10
  • Animal-derived shellfish
  • High-quality protein
  • Excellent micronutrient density
  • Minimal processing
Whole30 10/10
  • Whole shellfish
  • Premium protein
  • Avoid butter sauces with additives
Low-FODMAP 9/10
  • Pure protein source
  • No FODMAPs
  • Safe at any standard serving
DASH 6/10
  • Lean protein source
  • Moderate natural sodium
  • Low saturated fat
  • Avoid high-sodium preparations
  • Portion control recommended
Zone 8/10
  • Very lean protein
  • Minimal fat
  • Low carbohydrate
  • High satiety
  • low saturated fat
  • astaxanthin antioxidant
  • selenium content
  • lean protein
  • minimal mercury
  • High protein density
  • Low fat
  • Easy to digest
  • Highly satiating in small portions
  • Minimal carbohydrates
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