Basil
Carb Check
- Carbs
- 5gCarbs
- Fiber
- 3.1gFiber
- Net Carbs
- 1.9gNet Carbs
- Carbs per Portion
- 0.3gCarbs per Portion
- Glycemic Index
- 15Glycemic Index
Legend
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
Nutrient Distribution per 100g
Basil
- Water86.0g
- Fiber3.1g
- Carbs5.0g
- Fat1.0g
- Protein3.0g
Advanced Nutrient Analysis
- Histamine
- Not present
- Purine
- Not present
- Tyramine
- Low
- FODMAP
- Low
- Oxalate
- Moderate
- Goitrogen
- Moderate
- Sulfite
- Not present
- Nitrate
- Low
- Antioxidants
- High
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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.
Basil is an extremely nutrient-dense herb particularly high in calcium and iron, making it an excellent choice for enhancing dietary mineral intake. Its low carbohydrate content makes it suitable for low-carb diets.
- Possesses 5 grams of total carbohydrates.
- High in calcium, providing 483.87% of the RDA.
- Rich source of iron at 790.42% of the RDA.
- Contains high amounts of potassium at 152.54% of the RDA.
- Low in sodium at 13.33% of the RDA.
Is Basil keto?
Basil is considered keto-friendly, as it contains very low levels of carbohydrates. Its rich mineral composition makes it a valuable addition for variety and nutrition without disrupting ketosis.
Carbohydrate Impact and Glycemic Index of Basil
As a herb with minimal carbohydrate content, basil has negligible effects on blood sugar levels. The Glycemic Index of basil is low, making it a safe choice for ketogenic and low-carb diets to help maintain steady blood sugar levels.
Vitamin Check
- Vitamin A (Retinol)
- 0
- Vitamin C
- 25
- Vitamin B1 (Thiamine)
- 0.08
- Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
- 0.31
- Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)
- 0.18
- Beta-Carotene
- 3950
Mineral Check
- Sodium
- 25
- Calcium
- 250
- Iron
- 5.5
- Potassium
- 300
- Magnesium
- 10
- Phosphorus
- 40
- Zinc
- 0.7
Allergen Check
- Fructose
- Traces
- Lactose
- Not present
- Gluten
- Not present
- Soy
- Not present
- Shellfish
- Not present
Legend
Nutritional Information
| Nutrient | Amount (100g) |
|---|---|
| Calories | 47 kcal |
| Beta-CaroteneVitamin | 3950 |
| CalciumMineral | 250 |
| CarbohydratesMacro | 5 |
| Dietary FatMacro | 1 |
| Dietary FiberMacro | 3.1 |
| IronMineral | 5.5 |
| MagnesiumMineral | 10 |
| PhosphorusMineral | 40 |
| PotassiumMineral | 300 |
| ProteinMacro | 3 |
| SodiumMineral | 25 |
| Vitamin A (Retinol)Vitamin | 0 |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamine)Vitamin | 0.08 |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)Vitamin | 0.31 |
| Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)Vitamin | 0.18 |
| Vitamin CVitamin | 25 |
| WaterMacro | 86 |
| ZincMineral | 0.7 |
