Why Vegetables Work for Metabolic Health
Vegetables are nutritional powerhouses that provide essential nutrients with minimal calories, making them perfect for Metabolic Health.
Best Vegetables for Metabolic Health
Kelp
Good for Metabolic Health
Dulse
Good for Metabolic Health
Wakame Seaweed
Good for Metabolic Health
Artichokes (Globe)
Good for Metabolic Health
Swiss Chard (Cooked)
Good for Metabolic Health
Cauliflower (Raw)
Good for Metabolic Health
Nori (Seaweed)
Good for Metabolic Health
Sauerkraut
Good for Metabolic Health
Spirulina
Good for Metabolic Health
Kimchi
Good for Metabolic Health
Chlorella
Good for Metabolic Health
Yellow Bell Peppers (Raw)
Good for Metabolic Health
Asparagus (Cooked)
Good for Metabolic Health
Wheatgrass
Good for Metabolic Health
Cabbage (Green, Raw)
Good for Metabolic Health
Beets (Beetroot)
Good for Metabolic Health
Broccoli
Good for Metabolic Health
Brussels Sprouts
Good for Metabolic Health
Kale
Good for Metabolic Health
Kohlrabi (Raw)
Good for Metabolic Health
Oyster Mushrooms
Good for Metabolic Health
Red Bell Peppers
Good for Metabolic Health
Shiitake Mushrooms
Good for Metabolic Health
Spinach
Good for Metabolic Health
Sweet Potato
Good for Metabolic Health
Key Benefits of Vegetables for Metabolic Health
Nutrient Dense
Vegetables pack maximum nutrition with minimal calories.
Protective Compounds
Rich in phytonutrients that support immune function and cellular health.
Fiber Rich
Excellent source of fiber for digestive health and satiety.
💡 Practical Tips for Vegetables
Different colors provide different nutrients and antioxidants.
Some nutrients increase with cooking (like lycopene in tomatoes).
Wash and chop vegetables in advance for easier weekday meals.
Nutrition Comparison
Compare nutrition values per 100g serving:
| Food | Score | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat | Fiber |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kelp | 93/100 | 4 | 0.0g | 0.0g | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| Dulse | 91/100 | 12 | 0.5g | 0.0g | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| Wakame Seaweed | 91/100 | 18 | 1.2g | 3.8g | 0.0g | 0.4g |
| Artichokes (Globe) | 89/100 | 64 | 3.5g | 14.3g | 0.0g | 6.9g |
| Swiss Chard (Cooked) | 88/100 | 35 | 3.3g | 7.2g | 0.0g | 3.7g |
| Cauliflower (Raw) | 85/100 | 27 | 2.0g | 5.3g | 0.0g | 2.5g |
| Nori (Seaweed) | 85/100 | 35 | 5.8g | 5.1g | 0.0g | 0.3g |
| Sauerkraut | 84/100 | 27 | 1.3g | 6.1g | 0.0g | 4.1g |
| Spirulina | 83/100 | 20 | 4.0g | 1.7g | 0.5g | 0.0g |
| Kimchi | 80/100 | 23 | 1.7g | 3.6g | 0.0g | 2.4g |
| Chlorella | 79/100 | 12 | 1.8g | 0.0g | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| Yellow Bell Peppers (Raw) | 74/100 | 50 | 1.5g | 11.8g | 0.0g | 1.7g |
| Asparagus (Cooked) | 73/100 | 40 | 4.3g | 7.4g | 0.0g | 2.8g |
| Wheatgrass | 73/100 | 11 | 0.8g | 0.0g | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| Cabbage (Green, Raw) | 72/100 | 22 | 1.1g | 5.2g | 0.0g | 2.2g |
| Beets (Beetroot) | 50/100 | 59 | 0.0g | 13.0g | 0.0g | 2.8g |
| Broccoli | 50/100 | 34 | 2.8g | 6.6g | 0.4g | 2.6g |
| Brussels Sprouts | 50/100 | 43 | 3.4g | 9.0g | 0.0g | 3.8g |
| Kale | 50/100 | 35 | 4.3g | 8.8g | 0.9g | 3.6g |
| Kohlrabi (Raw) | 50/100 | 36 | 2.3g | 8.4g | 0.0g | 4.9g |
| Oyster Mushrooms | 50/100 | 28 | 2.8g | 5.2g | 0.0g | 2.0g |
| Red Bell Peppers | 50/100 | 46 | 0.0g | 9.0g | 0.0g | 3.1g |
| Shiitake Mushrooms | 50/100 | 34 | 2.2g | 6.8g | 0.0g | 2.5g |
| Spinach | 50/100 | 23 | 2.9g | 3.6g | 0.0g | 2.2g |
| Sweet Potato | 50/100 | 86 | 1.6g | 20.1g | 0.1g | 3.0g |
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