Rainbow chard

vegetables

Rainbow chard

9/ 10Excellent
Controversy: 5.3

Rated by 11 diets

10 approve0 caution1 avoid
Is Rainbow chard Healthy?

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

Nutrition Facts
Per 100g

Diet Ratings

Keto9/10APPROVED

Rainbow chard contains only 1-2g net carbs per 100g with excellent micronutrient density. Leafy green vegetable ideal for keto with high fiber and minimal carbohydrate impact.

Vegan10/10APPROVED

Whole plant food, leafy green vegetable. Completely plant-based with no animal-derived ingredients. Excellent nutritional profile.

Paleo9/10APPROVED

Leafy green vegetable with no anti-nutrients of concern. Excellent micronutrient profile. Universally approved across all paleo frameworks. Available to hunter-gatherers.

Mediterranean9/10APPROVED

Leafy green vegetable central to Mediterranean diet. Excellent source of vitamins K, A, C, minerals, and phytonutrients. Minimal processing, traditional preparation methods.

Carnivore1/10AVOID

Leafy green vegetable. Plant food fundamentally incompatible with carnivore diet principles regardless of micronutrient content.

Whole309/10APPROVED

Rainbow chard is a whole, unprocessed leafy green vegetable with no excluded ingredients. Fully compliant with Whole30 rules.

Low-FODMAP8/10APPROVED

Rainbow chard is low-FODMAP at standard servings per Monash University. Leafy greens are generally safe with minimal FODMAP content.

DASH10/10APPROVED

Leafy green vegetable exemplifying DASH principles. Excellent source of potassium, magnesium, calcium, fiber. Minimal sodium when prepared without added salt.

Zone9/10APPROVED

Low-glycemic leafy green (~3.5g net carbs per 100g) with exceptional micronutrient density and polyphenol content. Ideal Zone vegetable with anti-inflammatory compounds and minimal macronutrient impact.

Anti-Inflammatory9/10APPROVED

Nutrient-dense leafy green with betalains (red/yellow varieties), lutein, zeaxanthin, and vitamin K. Exceptional anti-inflammatory profile. Supports detoxification and cardiovascular health.

GLP-1 Friendly9/10APPROVED

Excellent nutrient density (vitamins K, A, C, magnesium), high fiber (1.6g per 100g), very low calorie, minimal fat, easy to digest. Supports hydration and micronutrient needs during rapid weight loss.

Controversy Index

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

Consensus5.3Divisive

Diet-Specific Tips for Rainbow chard

Keto 9/10
  • 1-2g net carbs per 100g
  • High fiber content
  • Nutrient-dense leafy green
  • Unlimited consumption friendly
Vegan 10/10
  • whole food
  • leafy green
  • no processing
  • highly nutrient-dense
Paleo 9/10
  • Leafy green
  • High micronutrient density
  • Minimal anti-nutrients
  • Paleolithic availability
Mediterranean 9/10
  • leafy green
  • nutrient dense
  • traditional Mediterranean
  • minimal processing
Whole30 9/10
  • Whole vegetable
  • Leafy green
  • No processing
  • No excluded ingredients
Low-FODMAP 8/10
  • Leafy green vegetable
  • Minimal FODMAP content
  • Safe at typical portions
DASH 10/10
  • Very low sodium
  • High potassium
  • Rich in magnesium
  • Excellent calcium source
Zone 9/10
  • very low glycemic load
  • high micronutrient density
  • polyphenol-rich
  • anti-inflammatory
  • betalains
  • carotenoids
  • vitamin K
  • mineral density
  • High micronutrient density
  • Good fiber
  • Very low calorie
  • Easy to digest
  • Supports hydration
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