Radish

vegetables

Radish

8/ 10Excellent
Controversy: 4.5

Rated by 11 diets

10 approve0 caution1 avoid
Is Radish Healthy?

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

Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
Calories
16kcal
Protein
0.7g
Carbs
3.4g
Fat
0.1g
Fiber
1.6g
Sugar
1.9g
Sodium
39mg

Diet Ratings

Keto9/10APPROVED

Radishes contain approximately 1.8g net carbs per 100g raw. Excellent keto vegetable with minimal carbohydrate impact. Often used as a low-carb substitute for potatoes in keto recipes.

Vegan9/10APPROVED

Whole plant root vegetable with no animal products or derivatives. Low-calorie, hydrating vegetable with glucosinolates and vitamin C.

Paleo9/10APPROVED

Cruciferous root vegetable with minimal carbohydrates and no anti-nutrients. Unprocessed and fully paleo-compliant.

Mediterranean7/10APPROVED

Cruciferous vegetable, very low calorie, high water content. Provides glucosinolates and vitamin C. Less prominent than other Mediterranean vegetables but fully aligned with principles.

Carnivore2/10AVOID

Root vegetable plant with carbohydrates and plant compounds. Not compatible with carnivore diet principles.

Whole3010/10APPROVED

Radishes are whole root vegetables with no excluded ingredients. Fully compliant with Whole30 rules.

Low-FODMAP8/10APPROVED

Radishes are low-FODMAP at standard servings (1 cup raw or 100g). Monash University has tested and confirmed low-FODMAP status.

DASH8/10APPROVED

Excellent DASH vegetable. Very low sodium, low calorie, good fiber source. Cruciferous vegetable with anti-inflammatory compounds.

Zone8/10APPROVED

Very low-glycemic cruciferous vegetable with minimal net carbs. Excellent Zone building block with anti-inflammatory compounds and negligible insulin impact.

Anti-Inflammatory7/10APPROVED

Cruciferous vegetable with glucosinolates that convert to anti-inflammatory compounds. Low calorie, good source of vitamin C and fiber. Supports detoxification pathways.

GLP-1 Friendly8/10APPROVED

Very low calorie, good fiber, high water content, nutrient-dense (vitamin C), easy to digest, works well in small portions. Peppery flavor satisfies in small amounts. Minimal fat. Excellent for GLP-1 patients.

Controversy Index

Score range: 210/10. Higher controversy = more disagreement between diets.

Consensus4.5Divisive

Diet-Specific Tips for Radish

Keto 9/10
  • 1.8g net carbs per 100g
  • Potato substitute potential
  • Negligible carbohydrate impact
  • Versatile in keto cooking
Vegan 9/10
  • 100% plant-based
  • Whole food
  • Cruciferous properties
  • Minimal processing
Paleo 9/10
  • Low-carb
  • Cruciferous
  • No anti-nutrients
Mediterranean 7/10
  • Cruciferous compounds
  • Minimal calories
  • High water content
  • Vitamin C source
Whole30 10/10
  • Whole vegetable
  • No excluded ingredients
  • Unprocessed
Low-FODMAP 8/10
  • Low fructan content
  • Low GOS content
  • Tested by Monash University
DASH 8/10
  • Very low sodium
  • Low calorie
  • Good fiber
  • Glucosinolates
Zone 8/10
  • Very low glycemic index
  • Minimal net carbs
  • Cruciferous (anti-inflammatory)
  • High water content
  • Glucosinolates
  • Cruciferous compounds
  • Vitamin C
  • Detoxification support
  • very low calorie
  • good fiber content
  • high water content
  • strong flavor aids satiety
  • easy to digest
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