Savoy cabbage

vegetables

Savoy cabbage

9/ 10Excellent
Controversy: 5.3

Rated by 11 diets

10 approve0 caution1 avoid

How the diets react

Approves10
Disapproves1
Is Savoy cabbage Healthy?

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

Nutrition Facts
Per 100g

Diet Ratings

KetoApproved

Cruciferous vegetable with 3-4g net carbs per cup cooked. Excellent source of vitamin K and fiber. Fits comfortably within daily carb budget with significant nutritional value.

VeganApproved

Savoy cabbage is a cruciferous vegetable. Whole plant food with no animal products or derivatives. Vegan-friendly staple.

PaleoApproved

Savoy cabbage is an unprocessed cruciferous vegetable rich in vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients. It was available to hunter-gatherers and is fully paleo-compliant.

MediterraneanApproved

Cruciferous vegetable with excellent nutritional profile: vitamins C and K, fiber, and phytonutrients. Versatile Mediterranean vegetable fitting core principle of plant-based foods eaten multiple times daily.

CarnivoreAvoid

Savoy cabbage is a cruciferous vegetable, plant-derived and explicitly excluded from carnivore diet. Contains plant compounds, fiber, and goitrogens incompatible with carnivore principles.

Whole30Approved

Savoy cabbage is a whole, unprocessed cruciferous vegetable that is explicitly compliant with Whole30. It is nutrient-dense and can be consumed freely.

Low-FODMAPApproved

Savoy cabbage is a cruciferous vegetable. Monash confirms cabbage (including savoy) is low-FODMAP at standard portions (approximately 1 cup cooked or 75g raw).

DASHApproved

Cruciferous vegetable with minimal sodium (<30mg per cup), good fiber, vitamin C, and phytonutrients. Core DASH vegetable. Low calorie, nutrient-dense, supports cardiovascular health.

ZoneApproved

Cruciferous vegetable with ~3g net carbs per cup, high fiber, and sulforaphane. Excellent Zone carb block. Low glycemic load with strong anti-inflammatory properties.

Cruciferous vegetable with anti-inflammatory sulforaphane and indoles. High in antioxidants, vitamin C, and fiber. Supports gut health and inflammatory response. Versatile and nutrient-dense.

GLP-1 FriendlyApproved

Savoy cabbage provides good fiber (2-3g per cup cooked), high water content, and micronutrients (vitamin K, vitamin C, folate). Very low calorie and easy to digest. Supports hydration and prevents constipation. Mild flavor works well in various preparations (steamed, sautéed with minimal oil, raw in salads). Excellent GLP-1 vegetable choice.

Controversy Index

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

Consensus5.3Divisive

Diet-Specific Tips for Savoy cabbage

Keto 9/10
  • 3-4g net carbs per cup cooked
  • High in vitamin K
  • Good fiber content
  • Anti-inflammatory compounds
Vegan 9/10
  • Cruciferous vegetable
  • Whole plant food
  • No processing
Paleo 10/10
  • Unprocessed vegetable
  • Cruciferous
  • Nutrient-dense
  • Low carbohydrate
  • No additives
Mediterranean 9/10
  • Cruciferous vegetable
  • High vitamin C
  • High fiber
  • Plant-based emphasis
Whole30 10/10
  • whole food
  • vegetable
  • cruciferous
  • unprocessed
Low-FODMAP 8/10
  • Cruciferous vegetable
  • Low fructan content
  • Minimal fermentable carbohydrates at standard portions
DASH 9/10
  • Sodium: <30mg per cup
  • Fiber: 2-3g per cup
  • Vitamin C, vitamin K, antioxidants
  • Low calorie density
Zone 9/10
  • Low net carbs
  • Sulforaphane present
  • High fiber
  • Anti-inflammatory
  • Polyphenol-rich
  • cruciferous compounds
  • sulforaphane
  • antioxidants
  • vitamin C
  • fiber
  • good fiber
  • high water content
  • micronutrient-rich
  • very low calorie
  • easy to digest
  • supports hydration
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