Mulberries

fruits

Mulberries

8/ 10Excellent
Controversy: 4.1

Rated by 11 diets

10 approve0 caution1 avoid
Is Mulberries Healthy?

Yes — Mulberries is broadly considered healthy. 10 out of 11 diets approve it.

Nutrition Facts
Per 100g

Diet Ratings

Keto8/10APPROVED

Mulberries contain approximately 2-3g net carbs per 100g, among the lowest-carb berries. A 100g serving (about 1 cup) provides only 2-3g net carbs, making them highly compatible with keto macros.

Vegan9/10APPROVED

Whole fruit or minimally processed, plant-based. No animal products or derivatives.

Paleo8/10APPROVED

Whole berry available to Paleolithic humans. Low glycemic impact, high fiber, excellent nutrient profile. No processing or additives required.

Mediterranean8/10APPROVED

Mulberries have historical Mediterranean cultivation and are nutrient-dense berries with polyphenols and fiber. Fresh or minimally processed forms align well with Mediterranean principles.

Carnivore2/10AVOID

Plant-derived berry with carbohydrate content. While lower in sugar than some fruits, still incompatible with carnivore diet.

Whole309/10APPROVED

Whole berries with no added ingredients. Berries are explicitly allowed on Whole30. Mulberries are naturally compliant.

Low-FODMAP8/10APPROVED

Mulberries are low in FODMAPs with minimal fructose and fructans. Monash University rates them as low-FODMAP at standard serving sizes.

DASH8/10APPROVED

Excellent DASH choice. Low sodium, good potassium and magnesium. High fiber relative to sugar. Supports cardiovascular health. Whole fruit form optimal.

Zone8/10APPROVED

Low-glycemic berry (~10g net carbs per 100g) with good fiber content and polyphenol density. Excellent Zone fruit choice with strong anti-inflammatory compounds and reasonable portion flexibility.

Anti-Inflammatory8/10APPROVED

High in anthocyanins, resveratrol, and polyphenols. Excellent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory profile. Lower glycemic impact than many fruits. Supports cardiovascular and metabolic health.

GLP-1 Friendly9/10APPROVED

Excellent fiber (1.7g per 100g), very low calorie (43 cal per 100g), high water content, nutrient-dense (vitamin C, antioxidants), low fat, low sugar relative to other berries. Highly satisfying in small portions.

Controversy Index

Score range: 29/10. Higher controversy = more disagreement between diets.

Consensus4.1Divisive

Diet-Specific Tips for Mulberries

Keto 8/10
  • 2-3g net carbs per 100g
  • Lowest-carb berry option
  • Generous portions possible
  • Good source of fiber and antioxidants
Vegan 9/10
  • Whole or minimally processed
  • Plant-based
  • Nutrient-dense
Paleo 8/10
  • Whole fruit
  • Low glycemic impact
  • High fiber content
  • No processing
Mediterranean 8/10
  • traditional Mediterranean cultivation
  • high polyphenol content
  • natural sugars with fiber
  • minimal processing in traditional use
Whole30 9/10
  • Whole, unprocessed fruit
  • No added sugar
  • Naturally compliant
Low-FODMAP 8/10
  • Low fructose
  • Minimal fructans
  • Low fermentable carbs
DASH 8/10
  • Low sodium
  • High fiber content
  • Good potassium source
  • Moderate natural sugars
  • Cardiovascular benefits
Zone 8/10
  • low glycemic load
  • good fiber content
  • polyphenol-rich
  • anti-inflammatory
  • anthocyanins
  • resveratrol
  • polyphenol density
  • lower glycemic load
  • High fiber
  • Very low calorie
  • High water content
  • Low sugar
  • Nutrient-dense
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