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Soybeans

Soybeans
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Carb Check

Carbs
6g
Carbs
Fiber
22g
Fiber
Net Carbs
0g
Net Carbs
Carbs per Portion
3.6g
Carbs per Portion
Glycemic Index
15
Glycemic Index
Glycemic Load
0.5
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
No
Slow Carb
Yes
Vegan
Yes
Vegetarian
Yes
Low FODMAP
No

pH Check

Soybeans
Slightly Acidic

Nutrient Distribution per 100g

Soybeans

  • Water
    8.0g
  • Fiber
    22.0g
  • Carbs
    6.0g
  • Fat
    18.0g
  • Protein
    35.0g

Advanced Nutrient Analysis

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

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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Soybeans contains 6g of carbohydrates per 100g, placing it in the moderate carb range. It can fit a flexible low-carb plan with careful portion control. A serving of 60g provides 3.6g of carbs, 373 kcal, 35g of protein, and 18g of fat. Strict keto followers should monitor intake closely.

  • Net carbs: 0 g (all carbs from fiber)
  • Fiber: 22 g
  • Glycemic index (GI): 15 (low)
  • Glycemic load (GL): 0.5
  • Sodium: 5 mg
  • Potassium: 1800
  • Vitamin B1 (Thiamine): 1
  • Phosphorus: 550

At 6g of carbohydrates per 100g, Soybeans falls in the moderate range. A serving of 60g provides 3.6g of carbs, which can fit a flexible low-carb approach but requires careful portion control. For strict keto (under 20g net carbs per day), Soybeans should be consumed sparingly. Those following a more relaxed low-carb plan (50–100g daily) can incorporate it more freely.

No validated glycemic index value is available for Soybeans. Based on its carbohydrate content of 6g per 100g, a moderate effect on blood glucose can be expected. A serving of 60g provides 3.6g of carbohydrates. Those monitoring their glucose response should limit portion size and track their individual reaction.

Vitamin Check

Vitamin A (Retinol)
0
0% RDA
Vitamin C
1
1% RDA
Vitamin D
0
0% RDA
Vitamin B1 (Thiamine)
0.97
53% RDA
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.49
21% RDA
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)
1
43% RDA
Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin)
0
0% RDA
Beta-Carotene
380
5% RDA

RDA percentages are based on EU reference values for adults (19-50 years) per 60g serving.

Mineral Check

Sodium
15
0% RDA
Calcium
200
15% RDA
Iron
6.6
28% RDA
Potassium
1800
54% RDA
Magnesium
220
35% RDA
Phosphorus
550
47% RDA
Zinc
4.2
25% RDA

RDA percentages are based on EU reference values for adults (19-50 years) per 60g serving.

Allergen Check

Fructose
Traces
Lactose
Not present
Gluten
Not present
Soy
High
Shellfish
Not present
Nightshade

Legend

Not present
Traces
Low
Moderate
High

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