Mustard greens

vegetables

Mustard greens

9/ 10Excellent
Controversy: 5.2

Rated by 11 diets

10 approve0 caution1 avoid
Is Mustard greens Healthy?

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

Nutrition Facts
Per 100g

Diet Ratings

Keto9/10APPROVED

Mustard greens contain approximately 0.3g net carbs per 100g. They are an excellent keto vegetable with minimal carb impact and high nutrient density. Can be consumed freely.

Vegan9/10APPROVED

Whole plant food with no animal products or derivatives. Nutrient-dense cruciferous leafy green fully compliant with vegan diet.

Paleo9/10APPROVED

Mustard greens are unprocessed cruciferous vegetables with low carbohydrate content and high nutrient density. They provide glucosinolates and other beneficial compounds. Ancestrally available through foraging.

Mediterranean8/10APPROVED

Mustard greens are cruciferous vegetables with high nutrient density, phytonutrients, and minimal calories. While not traditionally Mediterranean, they align with the diet's emphasis on fresh, unprocessed plant foods.

Carnivore1/10AVOID

Plant-derived leafy green vegetable. Violates core carnivore principle of exclusive animal products.

Whole309/10APPROVED

Whole, unprocessed leafy green with no excluded ingredients. Mustard greens are fully compliant.

Low-FODMAP9/10APPROVED

Mustard greens are low-FODMAP at standard serving sizes per Monash University. Approximately 1 cup (90g) cooked is low-FODMAP with minimal fermentable content.

DASH10/10APPROVED

Mustard greens are a core DASH vegetable with minimal sodium and outstanding levels of vitamin K, calcium, potassium, magnesium, and fiber. Explicitly supported by NIH DASH guidelines.

Zone9/10APPROVED

Low-glycemic cruciferous vegetable (~3g net carbs per 100g), rich in glucosinolates and polyphenols. Excellent anti-inflammatory profile and minimal impact on Zone macronutrient ratios.

Anti-Inflammatory9/10APPROVED

Cruciferous powerhouse with glucosinolates, sulforaphane precursors, and high vitamin K. Exceptional anti-inflammatory and detoxification support. Fits Weil's emphasis on colorful vegetables.

GLP-1 Friendly9/10APPROVED

Excellent fiber (~2.4g per cup cooked), very low calorie, high water content, nutrient-dense (calcium, iron, vitamins A/C/K). Easy to digest, mild-to-moderate flavor. Portion-friendly and supports GLP-1 constipation prevention.

Controversy Index

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

Consensus5.2Divisive

Diet-Specific Tips for Mustard greens

Keto 9/10
  • 0.3g net carbs per 100g
  • Leafy green vegetable
  • High in antioxidants
  • Unlimited consumption
Vegan 9/10
  • 100% plant-based
  • Whole food
  • No processing required
  • Nutrient-dense
Paleo 9/10
  • Unprocessed whole food
  • Cruciferous benefits
  • Low carbohydrate
  • Nutrient-dense
Mediterranean 8/10
  • Cruciferous vegetable
  • Phytonutrient-rich
  • Low calorie
  • Nutrient-dense
Whole30 9/10
  • whole food
  • no added ingredients
  • compliant leafy green
Low-FODMAP 9/10
  • Very low fructan content
  • Very low GOS content
  • Safe at generous serving sizes
DASH 10/10
  • Minimal sodium
  • Exceptional vitamin K
  • High calcium
  • High potassium
  • High magnesium
Zone 9/10
  • low glycemic load
  • glucosinolates
  • anti-inflammatory
  • high nutrient density
  • glucosinolates
  • sulforaphane potential
  • vitamin K
  • calcium bioavailability
  • high fiber
  • very low calorie
  • high water content
  • nutrient-dense
  • easy to digest
  • supports digestive health
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