Turnip greens

vegetables

Turnip greens

9/ 10Excellent
Controversy: 5.2

Rated by 11 diets

10 approve0 caution1 avoid
Is Turnip greens Healthy?

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

Nutrition Facts
Per 100g

Diet Ratings

Keto9/10APPROVED

Turnip greens are very low in net carbs at approximately 0.4g per 100g. They are a nutrient-dense leafy green that can be consumed in unlimited quantities. Excellent source of vitamins and minerals.

Vegan9/10APPROVED

Whole plant food with no animal products or derivatives. Nutrient-dense leafy green fully compliant with vegan diet.

Paleo9/10APPROVED

Turnip greens are unprocessed cruciferous vegetables with minimal carbohydrates and exceptional nutrient density. They provide calcium, vitamins, and beneficial phytonutrients. Ancestrally foraged as part of root vegetable consumption.

Mediterranean8/10APPROVED

Turnip greens are nutrient-dense dark leafy greens high in vitamins K, A, and C, plus calcium and fiber. Align with Mediterranean principles despite not being traditionally prominent in Mediterranean regions.

Carnivore1/10AVOID

Plant-derived leafy green vegetable. Excluded from all carnivore diet protocols.

Whole309/10APPROVED

Whole, unprocessed leafy green with no excluded ingredients. Turnip greens are a compliant vegetable.

Low-FODMAP9/10APPROVED

Turnip greens are low-FODMAP at standard serving sizes per Monash University. Approximately 1 cup (90g) cooked contains minimal fermentable carbohydrates.

DASH10/10APPROVED

Turnip greens are a cornerstone DASH vegetable with negligible sodium and excellent calcium, potassium, magnesium, vitamin K, and fiber. Explicitly recommended in NIH DASH guidelines.

Zone9/10APPROVED

Turnip greens are nutrient-dense leafy greens with minimal carbs, high fiber, and excellent micronutrient profile including calcium and iron. Ideal Zone vegetable carb with negligible glycemic impact.

Anti-Inflammatory9/10APPROVED

Turnip greens are nutrient-dense with high vitamin K, C, and polyphenols. Cruciferous compounds provide anti-inflammatory benefits. Low calorie, high fiber. Excellent for anti-inflammatory diet per Dr. Weil's pyramid.

GLP-1 Friendly9/10APPROVED

Turnip greens are an ideal GLP-1 vegetable: very low calorie (18 cal per cup cooked), high fiber (2.3g per cup), exceptionally nutrient-dense (calcium, iron, vitamins A, C, K, folate), and easy to digest. High water content. Works well in small portions and provides excellent nutritional value per calorie. Zero fat.

Controversy Index

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

Consensus5.2Divisive

Diet-Specific Tips for Turnip greens

Keto 9/10
  • 0.4g net carbs per 100g
  • Leafy green vegetable
  • High in calcium and vitamins
  • Unlimited consumption
Vegan 9/10
  • 100% plant-based
  • Whole food
  • No processing required
  • Nutrient-dense
Paleo 9/10
  • Unprocessed whole food
  • Cruciferous benefits
  • Minimal carbohydrates
  • Nutrient-dense
Mediterranean 8/10
  • Dark leafy green
  • Nutrient-dense
  • Low calorie
  • Unprocessed
Whole30 9/10
  • whole food
  • no added ingredients
  • compliant leafy green
Low-FODMAP 9/10
  • Very low fructan content
  • Very low GOS content
  • Safe at generous serving sizes
DASH 10/10
  • Negligible sodium
  • High calcium
  • High potassium
  • High magnesium
  • High vitamin K
Zone 9/10
  • Non-starchy leafy green, minimal carbs
  • High fiber and micronutrient density
  • Anti-inflammatory polyphenols
  • Essentially unlimited portion
  • High vitamin K
  • Cruciferous compounds
  • Polyphenols and antioxidants
  • High fiber content
  • Low glycemic impact
  • Very low calorie density
  • High fiber content
  • Exceptional micronutrient density
  • Easy digestibility
  • High water content
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