Diet Ratings
High net carbs (20g per 100g), starchy vegetable incompatible with ketosis. Exceeds daily carb allowance in single serving.
Whole plant food, starchy vegetable rich in beta-carotene, fiber, and potassium. Fully compliant with all vegan standards.
Tuber with good nutrient profile and moderate glycemic impact. Generally accepted in paleo diet. Higher carb content but nutrient-dense and unprocessed.
Whole grain carbohydrate with high fiber and beta-carotene. Preferred over refined carbohydrates in Mediterranean diet. Nutrient-dense starch source.
Starchy plant tuber. High carbohydrate content contradicts carnivore diet principles. Explicitly excluded by all authorities.
Whole, unprocessed starchy vegetable. Explicitly compliant with Whole30 guidelines as an approved carbohydrate source.
Sweet potato contains excess fructose and polyols. Monash rates 1 medium sweet potato (100g) as low-FODMAP, but larger portions become high-FODMAP. Strict portion control required.
Starchy vegetable rich in potassium, fiber, and beta-carotene. Naturally low sodium. Whole grain equivalent in DASH framework. Excellent nutrient density.
Moderate-glycemic starchy carb with higher carb density than non-starchy vegetables. Usable in Zone but requires precise portioning (typically 1/3 cup cooked) to maintain 40/30/30 ratio. Better than refined carbs but demands careful measurement.
Complex carbohydrate with high beta-carotene, vitamin C, and polyphenols. Low glycemic index when prepared properly. Anti-inflammatory compounds and resistant starch support gut health.
Good fiber (3.9g per medium baked) and micronutrients, but moderate natural sugar (9g per medium baked) and low protein (2g per medium baked) limit suitability. Best consumed in small portions (1/4 to 1/3 of medium) paired with high-protein food.
Controversy Index
Score range: 1–10/10. Higher controversy = more disagreement between diets.