Purple cabbage

vegetables

Purple cabbage

9/ 10Excellent
Controversy: 5.1

Rated by 11 diets

10 approve0 caution1 avoid
Is Purple cabbage Healthy?

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

Nutrition Facts
Per 100g

Diet Ratings

Keto8/10APPROVED

Purple cabbage contains approximately 2.8g net carbs per 100g. It is a cruciferous vegetable that is very keto-friendly and can be consumed in generous portions. High in anthocyanins and fiber.

Vegan9/10APPROVED

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

Paleo9/10APPROVED

Purple cabbage is an unprocessed cruciferous vegetable with low carbohydrate content and exceptional nutrient density. The purple pigmentation indicates high anthocyanin content. Ancestrally available through foraging.

Mediterranean9/10APPROVED

Purple cabbage is a cruciferous vegetable with high anthocyanin content (antioxidants), fiber, and vitamins. Versatile, unprocessed, and aligns with Mediterranean emphasis on plant-based foods. Used in Mediterranean salads and slaws.

Carnivore1/10AVOID

Plant-derived cruciferous vegetable. Completely excluded from carnivore diet as it is plant-based.

Whole309/10APPROVED

Whole, unprocessed cruciferous vegetable with no excluded ingredients. Purple cabbage is fully compliant.

Low-FODMAP9/10APPROVED

Purple cabbage is low-FODMAP at standard serving sizes per Monash University. Approximately 1 cup (89g) raw or cooked is low-FODMAP with minimal fermentable content.

DASH9/10APPROVED

Purple cabbage is a cruciferous vegetable with negligible sodium, high fiber, and rich in anthocyanins and other antioxidants. Excellent DASH-compliant choice for cardiovascular protection.

Zone8/10APPROVED

Low-glycemic cruciferous vegetable (~5g net carbs per 100g) with exceptional anthocyanin content. Strong anti-inflammatory and antioxidant profile makes it ideal for Zone meals.

Anti-Inflammatory9/10APPROVED

Anthocyanin-rich cruciferous vegetable with superior antioxidant capacity. Supports gut microbiome through fermentation potential. Strong anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer properties documented in research.

GLP-1 Friendly9/10APPROVED

Excellent fiber (2.2g per 100g), very low calorie density, nutrient-dense (anthocyanins, vitamin C, K), easy to digest, minimal fat. Works well in small portions and supports digestive health on GLP-1s.

Controversy Index

Score range: 19/10. Higher controversy = more disagreement between diets.

Consensus5.1Divisive

Diet-Specific Tips for Purple cabbage

Keto 8/10
  • 2.8g net carbs per 100g
  • Cruciferous vegetable
  • High in anthocyanins
  • Good fiber source
Vegan 9/10
  • 100% plant-based
  • Whole food
  • No processing required
  • Nutrient-dense
Paleo 9/10
  • Unprocessed whole food
  • Cruciferous benefits
  • Low carbohydrate
  • Anthocyanin-rich
Mediterranean 9/10
  • Cruciferous vegetable
  • Anthocyanin-rich
  • Fiber-rich
  • Versatile preparation
Whole30 9/10
  • whole food
  • no added ingredients
  • compliant vegetable
Low-FODMAP 9/10
  • Very low fructan content
  • Very low GOS content
  • Safe at generous serving sizes
DASH 9/10
  • Negligible sodium
  • High fiber
  • Anthocyanin antioxidants
  • Vitamin C rich
  • Low calorie
Zone 8/10
  • low glycemic index
  • anthocyanins
  • anti-inflammatory
  • polyphenol-rich
  • anthocyanins
  • glucosinolates
  • fermentation potential
  • polyphenol density
  • High fiber
  • Low calorie density
  • Nutrient-dense
  • Easy to digest
  • Supports satiety in small portions
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