Pine nuts

nuts-seeds

Pine nuts

8/ 10Excellent
Controversy: 5.2

Rated by 11 diets

9 approve0 caution2 avoid
Is Pine nuts Healthy?

Yes — Pine nuts is broadly considered healthy. 9 out of 11 diets approve it.

Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
Calories
673kcal
Protein
14g
Carbs
13g
Fat
68g
Fiber
3.7g
Sugar
3.6g
Sodium
2mg

Diet Ratings

Keto9/10APPROVED

Pine nuts contain approximately 4g net carbs per ounce with 19g fat and 4g protein. Highest fat content among nuts with excellent keto macros.

Vegan9/10APPROVED

Whole plant food, nutrient-dense with high fat and protein content. Completely vegan with no processing concerns.

Paleo8/10APPROVED

Pine nuts are whole, unprocessed nuts available to hunter-gatherers. Excellent source of protein, healthy fats, and minerals. No processing concerns. Universally accepted in paleo diet.

Mediterranean9/10APPROVED

Iconic Mediterranean ingredient used in pesto and traditional dishes. Rich in monounsaturated fats, magnesium, and zinc. Strongly aligned with regional cuisine.

Carnivore2/10AVOID

Plant-derived nuts with phytic acid and polyunsaturated fats. All nuts excluded from carnivore diet regardless of nutrient profile.

Whole309/10APPROVED

Whole, unprocessed nuts with no excluded ingredients. Compliant with Whole30 guidelines.

Low-FODMAP8/10APPROVED

Pine nuts are low in FODMAPs at standard serving sizes (28g/1oz). Monash University testing confirms low-FODMAP status. Well-tolerated in elimination phase.

DASH8/10APPROVED

Good source of magnesium, potassium, and zinc. Low sodium, heart-healthy unsaturated fats. High nutrient density supports DASH principles. Minimal saturated fat.

Zone8/10APPROVED

Excellent monounsaturated fat profile with good protein content. Low glycemic impact and anti-inflammatory properties align perfectly with Zone principles. Premium Zone fat source.

Anti-Inflammatory7/10APPROVED

Good source of magnesium, zinc, and antioxidants. Contains pinolenic acid with potential metabolic benefits. Monounsaturated fat predominant. Traditional Mediterranean diet staple with anti-inflammatory profile.

Extremely high in fat (19g per ounce) and calories (190 per ounce) with only modest protein (3.9g per ounce). Very easy to overconsume in small portions. High fat content will worsen GLP-1 side effects. Not a practical food for GLP-1 patients.

Controversy Index

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

Consensus5.2Divisive

Diet-Specific Tips for Pine nuts

Keto 9/10
  • 4g net carbs per ounce
  • Highest fat density among nuts
  • Whole, unprocessed food
Vegan 9/10
  • Whole food
  • High nutrient density
  • Minimal processing
  • No animal products
Paleo 8/10
  • Whole, unprocessed food
  • Available to ancestral humans
  • Good nutrient density
  • Reasonable omega-6 to omega-3 ratio
Mediterranean 9/10
  • Signature Mediterranean ingredient
  • High in healthy fats
  • Traditional in Italian and Spanish cuisine
Whole30 9/10
  • Whole food
  • No additives
  • Natural fat source
Low-FODMAP 8/10
  • Low fructan content
  • Low polyol content
  • Standard serving 28g is safe
DASH 8/10
  • Magnesium-rich
  • Potassium source
  • Low sodium
  • Unsaturated fats
  • Zinc content
Zone 8/10
  • High monounsaturated fat
  • Good protein content
  • Low glycemic index
  • Anti-inflammatory
  • magnesium and zinc
  • pinolenic acid
  • monounsaturated fats
  • Mediterranean diet heritage
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