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Almonds

Almonds

Carb Check

Carbs
5g
Carbs
Fiber
13.5g
Fiber
Net Carbs
0g
Net Carbs
Carbs per Portion
1g
Carbs per Portion
Glycemic Index
15
Glycemic Index
Glycemic Load
0.2
Glycemic Load

Legend

Low Impact
Moderate Impact
High Impact

Color-coded system for nutritional impact: Use for food choices, especially for diabetes or low-carb diets.

Diet Check

Low Carb
Yes
Keto
Yes
Carnivore
No
Paleo
Yes
Slow Carb
Yes
Vegan
Yes
Vegetarian
Yes
Low FODMAP
Yes

pH Check

Almonds
Slightly Acidic

Nutrient Distribution per 100g

Almonds

  • Water
    5.0g
  • Fiber
    13.5g
  • Carbs
    5.0g
  • Fat
    54.0g
  • Protein
    19.0g

Advanced Nutrient Analysis

Histamine
Low
Purine
Not present
Tyramine
Not present
FODMAP
Low
Oxalate
High
Goitrogen
Moderate
Sulfite
Not present
Nitrate
Not present
Antioxidants
Low

Legend

Not present
Low
Moderate
High
Very High

For the antioxidant level, the scale is flipped. 1 (green) is a high antioxidant level, and 5 (purple) is a low antioxidant level.

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Almonds is a low-carb option with just 5g of carbohydrates per 100g, making it well suited for ketogenic and low-carb eating plans. Per 100g it provides 610 kcal, 19g of protein, and 54g of fat. Its fiber content of 13.5g per 100g supports digestive health. Almonds is also a good source of Phosphorus (13mg).

  • Net carbs: 0 g (all carbs from fiber)
  • Fiber: 13.5 g
  • Glycemic index (GI): 15 (low)
  • Glycemic load (GL): 0.2
  • Sodium: 2 mg

Almonds is keto-friendly with just 5g of carbs per 100g. A standard portion of 20g delivers 1g of carbohydrates, which fits comfortably within a daily keto macro target. With 19g of protein and 54g of fat per 100g, Almonds provides a solid macronutrient profile for a low-carb lifestyle. It is recommended as a regular part of a ketogenic or low-carb plan.

Almonds has a glycemic index (GI) of 15, indicating a low carb impact on blood sugar. The glycemic load (GL) is 0.2, reflecting the overall blood glucose effect from a standard serving of 20g. With 5g of carbs per 100g, Almonds produces a measured glycemic response.

Vitamin Check

Vitamin A (Retinol)
0
0% RDA
Vitamin C
1
0% RDA
Vitamin B1 (Thiamine)
0.22
4% RDA
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.62
9% RDA
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)
0.16
2% RDA
Beta-Carotene
120
1% RDA

RDA percentages are based on EU reference values for adults (19-50 years) per 20g serving.

Mineral Check

Sodium
5
0% RDA
Calcium
250
6% RDA
Iron
4.1
6% RDA
Potassium
835
8% RDA
Magnesium
170
9% RDA
Phosphorus
450
13% RDA
Zinc
2.2
4% RDA

RDA percentages are based on EU reference values for adults (19-50 years) per 20g serving.

Allergen Check

Fructose
Not present
Lactose
Not present
Gluten
Not present
Soy
Not present
Shellfish
Not present

Legend

Not present
Traces
Low
Moderate
High

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