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Chickpeas

Chickpeas
Elisabeth Coelfenviacanva.com

Carb Check

Carbs
44g
Carbs
Fiber
15.5g
Fiber
Net Carbs
28.5g
Net Carbs
Carbs per Portion
26.4g
Carbs per Portion
Glycemic Index
30
Glycemic Index
Glycemic Load
7.9
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
No
Keto
No
Carnivore
No
Paleo
No
Slow Carb
Yes
Vegan
Yes
Vegetarian
Yes
Low FODMAP
No

pH Check

Chickpeas
Slightly Acidic

Nutrient Distribution per 100g

Chickpeas

  • Nutrient
    g
  • Water
    8.0g
  • Fiber
    15.5g
  • Carbs
    44.0g
  • Fat
    6.0g
  • Protein
    19.0g

Advanced Nutrient Analysis

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

Chickpeas are an excellent source of protein and fiber, making them a great addition to a low-carb diet when consumed in moderation. They are rich in minerals like iron, magnesium, and potassium.

  • Chickpeas are a high source of iron, providing 71.85% of the RDA.
  • They contain a low Glycemic Index (GI) of 30.
  • Chickpeas are rich in fiber, with 15.5g of fiber per serving.

Vitamin Check

Vitamin A (Retinol)
0 μg
Vitamin C
5 mg
Vitamin B 1 (Thiamine)
0.5 mg
Vitamin B 2 (Riboflavin)
0.13 mg
Vitamin B 6 (Pyridoxine)
0.55 mg
Beta-Carotene (ß-Carotene)
180 μg

Mineral Check

Sodium
65 mg
Calcium
125 mg
Iron
6 mg
Potassium
800 mg
Magnesium
125 mg
Phosphorus
330 mg
Zinc
2.4 mg

Allergen Check

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

Legend

Not present
Traces
Low
Moderate
High

Is Chickpeas keto?

Chickpeas are generally not considered keto-friendly due to their higher carbohydrate content, with 44g of total carbs per serving. While they are nutritious, their carb content may disrupt ketosis.

Carbohydrate Impact and Glycemic Index of Chickpeas

Chickpeas have a low Glycemic Index (GI) of 30, which means they have a moderate impact on blood sugar levels. However, their Glycemic Load (GL) of 7.9 is significant, indicating a more pronounced effect on blood glucose if consumed in large quantities.