Diet Ratings
Navy beans contain approximately 19g net carbs per cooked cup. As a starchy legume, they are fundamentally incompatible with ketogenic macros.
Whole plant-based legume. Rich in protein, fiber, and micronutrients. Completely vegan-compliant.
Legumes are core paleo exclusion. Navy beans contain significant lectins and phytic acid. Not part of ancestral human diet.
Navy beans are a legume staple with excellent nutritional profile including fiber, protein, and minerals. Strongly aligned with Mediterranean dietary principles emphasizing plant-based foods.
Legume; plant-derived with high carbohydrate and anti-nutrient content. Completely incompatible with carnivore diet principles.
Legumes are explicitly excluded from Whole30. Navy beans are a dried legume and non-compliant.
Navy beans contain significant GOS levels. Monash testing confirms high-FODMAP status across all practical serving sizes.
Core DASH legume. Excellent source of fiber, potassium, magnesium, and folate. Low sodium when unsalted. Strong evidence for cardiovascular and blood pressure benefits.
Similar profile to pinto beans with moderate GI (~30-35) and good protein. Carb-heavy nature requires strict portion control to fit Zone macros. Acceptable as a carb block but not ideal.
Navy beans are legumes with strong anti-inflammatory profile. Rich in fiber, polyphenols, and resistant starch. Consistently recommended in Weil's pyramid and mainstream anti-inflammatory protocols.
Excellent protein (15g per cooked cup), very high fiber (19g per cup—highest among common beans), low fat, nutrient-dense. Easy to digest when cooked. Exceptional for GLP-1 patients due to fiber content supporting digestion and preventing constipation.
Controversy Index
Score range: 1–9/10. Higher controversy = more disagreement between diets.