Chard
Carb Check
- Carbs
- 1gCarbs
- Fiber
- 2.9gFiber
- Net Carbs
- 0gNet Carbs
- Carbs per Portion
- 1.5gCarbs per Portion
- Glycemic Index
- 15Glycemic Index
- Glycemic Load
- 0.2Glycemic Load
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Diet Check
- Low Carb
- Yes
- Keto
- Yes
- Carnivore
- No
- Paleo
- Yes
- Slow Carb
- Yes
- Vegan
- Yes
- Vegetarian
- Yes
- Low FODMAP
- Yes
pH Check
Nutrient Distribution per 100g
Chard
- Water92.0g
- Fiber2.9g
- Carbs1.0g
- Fat0.0g
- Protein2.0g
Advanced Nutrient Analysis
- Histamine
- Not present
- Purine
- Not present
- Tyramine
- Not present
- FODMAP
- Not present
- Oxalate
- Low
- Goitrogen
- Not present
- Sulfite
- Not present
- Nitrate
- Not present
- Antioxidants
- Moderate
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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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Chard is a low-carb option with just 1g of carbohydrates per 100g, making it well suited for ketogenic and low-carb eating plans. Per 100g it provides 20 kcal, 2g of protein, and 0.001g of fat. Its fiber content of 2.9g per 100g supports digestive health. Chard is also a good source of Magnesium (32mg).
- Net carbs: 0 g (all carbs from fiber)
- Fiber: 2.9 g
- Glycemic index (GI): 15 (low)
- Glycemic load (GL): 0.2
- Sodium: 90 mg
- Beta-Carotene: 3500
- Vitamin C: 40
- Magnesium: 80
Chard is keto-friendly with just 1g of carbs per 100g. A standard portion of 150g delivers 1.5g of carbohydrates, which fits comfortably within a daily keto macro target. With 2g of protein and 0.001g of fat per 100g, Chard provides a solid macronutrient profile for a low-carb lifestyle. It is recommended as a regular part of a ketogenic or low-carb plan.
Chard 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 150g. With 1g of carbs per 100g, Chard produces a measured glycemic response.
Vitamin Check
- Vitamin A (Retinol)
- 0
- Vitamin C
- 40
- Vitamin B1 (Thiamine)
- 0.1
- Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
- 0.16
- Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)
- 0.09
- Beta-Carotene
- 3500
RDA percentages are based on EU reference values for adults (19-50 years) per 150g serving.
Mineral Check
- Sodium
- 230
- Calcium
- 100
- Iron
- 2.7
- Potassium
- 375
- Magnesium
- 80
- Phosphorus
- 40
- Zinc
- 0.3
RDA percentages are based on EU reference values for adults (19-50 years) per 150g serving.
Allergen Check
- Fructose
- Traces
- Lactose
- Not present
- Gluten
- Not present
- Soy
- Not present
- Shellfish
- Not present
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Nutritional Information
| Nutrient | Amount (100g) |
|---|---|
| Calories | 20 kcal |
| Beta-CaroteneVitamin | 3500 |
| CalciumMineral | 100 |
| CarbohydratesMacro | 1 |
| Dietary FatMacro | 0.001 |
| Dietary FiberMacro | 2.9 |
| IronMineral | 2.7 |
| MagnesiumMineral | 80 |
| PhosphorusMineral | 40 |
| PotassiumMineral | 375 |
| ProteinMacro | 2 |
| SodiumMineral | 230 |
| Vitamin A (Retinol)Vitamin | 0 |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamine)Vitamin | 0.1 |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)Vitamin | 0.16 |
| Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)Vitamin | 0.09 |
| Vitamin CVitamin | 40 |
| WaterMacro | 92 |
| ZincMineral | 0.3 |
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