Swiss chard

vegetables

Swiss chard

9/ 10Excellent
Controversy: 4.6

Rated by 11 diets

10 approve0 caution1 avoid
Is Swiss chard Healthy?

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

Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
Calories
19kcal
Protein
1.8g
Carbs
3.7g
Fat
0.2g
Fiber
1.6g
Sugar
1.1g
Sodium
213mg

Diet Ratings

Keto9/10APPROVED

Swiss chard contains approximately 0.7g net carbs per 100g cooked. Nutrient-dense leafy green with minimal carbohydrate impact. Excellent source of vitamins and minerals for ketogenic diets.

Vegan9/10APPROVED

Whole plant leafy green with no animal products or derivatives. Excellent source of vitamins K, A, C and minerals including magnesium.

Paleo9/10APPROVED

Leafy green with excellent nutrient density and minimal carbohydrates. Unprocessed and fully paleo-compliant.

Mediterranean9/10APPROVED

Nutrient-dense leafy green with exceptional vitamin K, magnesium, and antioxidants. Traditional in Mediterranean cooking. Supports bone and cardiovascular health.

Carnivore2/10AVOID

Leafy green plant vegetable with plant compounds and carbohydrates. Not compatible with carnivore diet.

Whole3010/10APPROVED

Swiss chard is a whole leafy green with no excluded ingredients. Fully compliant with Whole30 rules.

Low-FODMAP8/10APPROVED

Swiss chard is low-FODMAP at standard servings (1 cup cooked). Monash University has tested and confirmed low-FODMAP status.

DASH9/10APPROVED

Excellent DASH leafy green. Very low sodium, exceptionally high in potassium, magnesium, and calcium. Rich in vitamin K and antioxidants.

Zone9/10APPROVED

Very low-glycemic leafy green with polyphenols and minimal carbohydrate impact. Excellent Zone vegetable with anti-inflammatory compounds and micronutrient density.

Anti-Inflammatory8/10APPROVED

Nutrient-dense leafy green with high vitamin K, magnesium, and antioxidants. Contains betalains similar to beets. Supports bone health and reduces inflammation.

GLP-1 Friendly9/10APPROVED

Excellent leafy green with high fiber, minimal fat, nutrient-dense, and easy to digest. Provides volume and satiety with very few calories. High in vitamins and minerals critical during rapid weight loss.

Controversy Index

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

Consensus4.6Divisive

Diet-Specific Tips for Swiss chard

Keto 9/10
  • 0.7g net carbs per 100g
  • Leafy green vegetable
  • High in vitamins K, A, and C
  • Negligible carbohydrate impact
Vegan 9/10
  • 100% plant-based
  • Whole food
  • High mineral content
  • Nutrient-dense
Paleo 9/10
  • Leafy green
  • Nutrient-dense
  • Low-carb
Mediterranean 9/10
  • Exceptional vitamin K
  • Magnesium content
  • Antioxidant polyphenols
  • Traditional Mediterranean green
Whole30 10/10
  • Whole vegetable
  • No excluded ingredients
  • Unprocessed
Low-FODMAP 8/10
  • Low fructan content
  • Low GOS content
  • Tested by Monash University
DASH 9/10
  • Very low sodium
  • High potassium
  • Magnesium and calcium
  • Antioxidant rich
Zone 9/10
  • Very low glycemic index
  • Polyphenol-rich
  • Anti-inflammatory
  • Micronutrient-dense
  • Vitamin K and magnesium
  • Betalains
  • Antioxidants
  • Bone health support
  • High fiber (1.6g per cup cooked)
  • Very low calorie density
  • High water content
  • Rich in magnesium and potassium
  • Easy to digest
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