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Zero carb foods for a heart friendly diet

Written by NutriDecide Editorial Team Last updated: 2026-06-15

A curated food list to compare nutrients, calories and dietary context without focusing on just one item.

Use the tables to compare real options for your goal — values are per 100 g unless stated otherwise on the label.

Type: Food pages Focus: Nutrition Goal: Health & performance

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Nutrition selection

Zero carb foods for a heart friendly diet

A curated food list to compare nutrients, calories and dietary context without focusing on just one item.

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Page summary

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Total foods

100

items analyzed

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Best choice

Gelatin

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Average protein

31,1 g

per 100g

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Average carbs

0,0 g

per 100g

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Average fat

9,4 g

per 100g

Quick assessment

Our analysis

This curated list includes foods from DATA.top_foods and DATA.foods that are completely free of carbohydrates, making them suitable for a heart-friendly, zero carb diet. The focus is on high-protein, low-sodium options that support cardiovascular health without compromising nutritional value.

These foods have been filtered to contain 0 to 0.5 grams of carbs per 100 grams serving, aligning with a strict zero carb approach. The list helps you make daily decisions based on macro and micronutrient profiles for optimal heart health.

👍 Positive points

✅ List with 100 foods; Gelatin ranks among the top picks.
✅ Leader in Carbs: Gelatin (0 g per 100 g).
✅ High-protein flagged options: Gelatin, Fish, saltwater, sardine, fillet, microwave/10min, without oil, unsalted, Brazil, Pigeon, part n/e, without skin, roasted.

⚠️ Points to watch

⚠️ Large list — compare portions and context, not just table rank.
⚠️ Calorie range spans 128 kcal to 961.06 kcal per 100 g — the same pick can weigh very differently on your daily target.
⚠️ Pigeon, part n/e, without skin, roasted packs more calories (740 kcal per 100 g) — watch portions.

Full analysis

What this list shows

This curated list includes foods from DATA.top_foods and DATA.foods that are completely free of carbohydrates, making them suitable for a heart-friendly, zero carb diet. The focus is on high-Protein, low-sodium options that support cardiovascular general general health without compromising nutritional value.

These foods have been filtered to contain 0 to 0.5 grams of Carbs per 100 grams serving, aligning with a strict zero carb approach. The list helps you make daily decisions based on macro and micronutrient profiles for optimal heart general general health.

Top picks and why they rank well

Among the standout foods, Gelatin scores highest for high Protein density (84.4g per 100g) with zero Carbs and extremely low Fat. It’s excellent for muscle repair and skin general general health. Fish, saltwater, sardine, fillet is another top choice, providing 44.2g of Protein with zero Carbs, plus beneficial omega-3s and high micronutrient content, making it ideal for cardiovascular support.

Other notable options include Pigeon, roasted (37g Protein, zero Carbs), which offers high iron and vitamin B12, vital for blood general general health. Similarly, Pork, cooked, unsalted provides a substantial Protein boost with minimal Fat and no Carbs, useful for maintaining muscle while supporting heart general general health.

How to choose based on your goal

If your goal is weight loss, prioritize foods with high Protein and low Calories such as sardine fillets or gelatin. For muscle gain, focus on foods like pork and poultry that offer higher Fat content along with dense Protein. For general nutrition general general health and heart protection, opt for fish and lean meats with minimal sodium and balanced micronutrients, aligning with the list’s emphasis.

Common mistakes when using this list

One common error is assuming that all foods are equally general general healthy; for example, while gelatin and fish are excellent options, some meats may have higher sodium levels or preparation methods (like frying in oils) that can impact heart general general health. Always compare nutrients like sodium and Fat content before making choices. Additionally, ignoring serving size adjustments can lead to overestimating macro intake—remember values are per 100g, so adapt to your portion sizes.

Practical next step for the reader

Start by selecting foods such as gelatin or sardine fillets from this list for your meals. Use the food comparison tips—like Protein content and calorie count—to craft your daily menu. Keep in mind that focusing on minimally processed, salt-conscious options will support a heart-friendly, zero carb lifestyle. Consider creating a weekly meal plan based on these foods to maintain consistency while monitoring your macros.

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How to interpret this page

🔥 Calories: Calories show energy per 100 g and help you compare portion impact across foods. Use them with protein and carbs to see whether an option fits maintenance, deficit, or surplus goals. A low score does not mean a food is ‘bad’ — it reflects nutrient density for general health, not your specific plan.

💪 Protein: Protein per 100 g shows how concentrated a food is as a protein source. Higher values support muscle recovery, satiety, and meal balance when that is your priority. Compare foods on this page rather than judging a single macro in isolation.

🌾 Carbs: Carbs matter most in context: training days, ketogenic diets, and endurance goals change what ‘good’ looks like. Powders such as maltodextrin score lower on our general-health scale because they are energy-dense with little protein, fiber, or micronutrients — not because they are never useful.

🥑 Fat: Fat carries more than twice the calories per gram than protein or carbs, so small portion changes matter. Moderate fat levels can support hormones and absorption of fat-soluble vitamins. Use this column with calories when balancing satiety and energy density.

Tip: combine the table with your goal — weight loss, muscle gain, low carb, endurance, or general health. The score helps compare options on this page; it does not replace medical or sports-nutrition advice.

Nutrition facts (per 100g)

The data shown is filtered to match this page’s topic.

The NutriDecide score (1–10) ranks foods on this page by protein, nutrient density, fiber, and a general-health lens — not by taste or whether they fit a specific diet. Low scores (e.g. maltodextrin) usually mean fewer nutrients per calorie; high scores (e.g. soy protein isolate) mean stronger protein and micronutrient density. It is a comparison tool: a low score does not forbid a food when it matches your goal.

Food	Calories	Protein	Fat	Score
🍽️ Gelatin	338,0	84,4	0,0	10/10
🍽️ Fish, saltwater, sardine, fillet, microwave/10min, without oil, unsalted, Brazil	231,0	44,2	6,0	7/10
🍽️ Pigeon, part n/e, without skin, roasted	175,0	37,0	3,0	7/10
🍽️ Pigeon, part n/e, without skin, roasted	740,0	37,0	3,0	5/10
🍽️ Meat, pork, cooked, without oil, unsalted	189,0	36,2	4,9	7/10
🍽️ Meat, beef, striploin, without fat, grilled, without oil, unsalted, Brazil	187,0	35,9	4,8	7/10
🍽️ Meat, beef, knuckle, without fat, grilled, without oil, unsalted, Brazil	211,0	35,9	7,5	6/10
🍽️ Meat, pork, loin, roasted, without oil, unsalted, Brazil	200,0	35,7	6,4	6/10
🍽️ Fish, saltwater, tuna, fresh, roasted/grilled, without oil, unsalted, Brazil	149,0	34,7	1,2	7/10
🍽️ Meat, goat, roasted, without oil, unsalted (average of different cuts and breeds), Brazil	198,0	34,4	6,7	6/10
🍽️ Meat, turtle, jabuti, without oil, unsalted (imported data)	158,0	33,9	2,5	7/10
🍽️ Fish, saltwater, sardine, fried in oil, unsalted, Brazil	251,0	33,4	13,0	6/10
🍽️ Meat, chicken, breast, with skin, roasted, without oil, unsalted, Brazil	198,0	33,4	7,1	6/10
🍽️ Meat, beef, knuckle, without fat, fried (with soy oil), unsalted, Brazil	264,0	33,0	14,7	6/10
🍽️ Meat, beef, striploin, without fat, fried (with soy oil), unsalted, Brazil	241,0	33,0	12,1	6/10
🍽️ Meat, pork, loin, fried (with soy oil), unsalted, Brazil	257,0	32,9	13,9	6/10
🍽️ Meat, beef, tenderloin, without fat, grilled, without oil, unsalted, Brazil	211,0	32,8	8,8	6/10
🍽️ Meat, beef, eye of round, cooked, without oil, unsalted, Brazil	213,0	32,7	9,1	6/10
🍽️ Chicken, whole, with skin, roasted	739,2	32,6	5,0	5/10
🍽️ Meat, beef, top side, round (lower), without fat, cooked, without oil, unsalted, Brazil	209,0	32,2	8,9	6/10
🍽️ Meat, pork, prepared, without salt, Brazil (average of different preparations)	286,0	32,1	17,5	5/10
🍽️ Meat, beef, hindquarter, without fat , grilled, without oil, unsalted, Brazil	222,0	32,1	10,4	6/10
🍽️ Meat, beef, striploin, grilled, unsalted, Brazil	266,0	32,1	15,3	6/10
🍽️ Meat, pork, shank, roasted, without oil, unsalted, Brazil	254,0	32,1	13,9	6/10
🍽️ Meat, chicken, breast, without skin, grilled, without oil, unsalted, Brazil	150,0	32,0	2,5	6/10
🍽️ Meat, veal, cooked, without oil, unsalted	187,0	31,9	6,6	6/10
🍽️ Meat, beef, rump centre/top/bottom sirloin, without fat, grilled, without oil, unsalted, Brazil	233,0	31,9	11,7	6/10
🍽️ Fish, saltwater, tuna, fresh, cooked, drained, without oil, unsalted, Brazil	137,0	31,9	1,1	7/10
🍽️ Meat, beef, rump cap, without fat, grilled, without oil, unsalted, Brazil	233,0	31,9	11,7	6/10
🍽️ Meat, beef, flat, round (upper), without fat, cooked, without oil, unsalted, Brazil	207,0	31,8	8,9	6/10
🍽️ Meat, beef, ribeye cap steak, without fat, grilled, with butter, unsalted	285,0	31,6	17,6	5/10
🍽️ Meat, chicken, breast, without skin, cooked, drained, without oil, unsalted	154,0	31,3	3,2	6/10
🍽️ Meat, beef, heart, cooked, without oil, without salt (imported date)	148,0	31,2	2,6	6/10
🍽️ Meat, chicken, breast, without skin, roasted, without oil, unsalted, Brazil	153,0	31,1	3,2	6/10
🍽️ Beef, part n/e, roasted, with separable fat	961,1	31,0	11,7	5/10
🍽️ Beef, part n/e, roasted, with separable fat	230,0	31,0	11,7	6/10
🍽️ Meat, ostrich, tip trimmed, raw, Brazil	140,0	30,9	1,8	6/10
🍽️ Meat, beef, ribs, cooked, roasted, without oil, unsalted	286,0	30,8	18,1	5/10
🍽️ Meat, beef, shin, without fat, cooked, without oil, unsalted, Brazil	183,0	30,8	6,6	6/10
🍽️ Meat, beef, ribeye cap steak, with fat, grilled, without oil, unsalted, Brazil	305,0	30,7	20,2	5/10
🍽️ Beef, rump tail/bottom sirloin, fat free, grilled, without oil, unsalted, Brazil	141,0	30,7	2,0	6/10
🍽️ Meat, beef, tenderloin, without fat, grilled/roasted, fried (with soy oil), unsalted, Brazil	266,0	30,2	16,1	5/10
🍽️ Meat, pork, ribs, roasted, without oil, unsalted, Brazil	394,0	30,2	30,3	5/10
🍽️ Meat, beef, eye of round, fried (with soy oil), unsalted, Brazil	268,0	30,2	16,4	5/10
🍽️ Meat, ostrich, fan, raw, Brazil	135,0	30,1	1,6	6/10
🍽️ Meat, beef, hindquarter, without fat , cooked, without oil, unsalted, Brazil	202,0	30,1	9,0	6/10
🍽️ Beef, part n/e, stewed, with separable fat	818,3	30,0	8,3	5/10
🍽️ Meat, ostrich, raw (average of several cuts) Brazil	140,0	30,0	2,2	6/10
🍽️ Albacore, steamed	683,9	30,0	4,7	5/10
🍽️ Beef, part n/e, stewed, with separable fat	195,0	30,0	8,3	6/10

Vitamins and minerals

Showing top foods: 12 / 100

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Food

Gelatin

Minerals

Calcium 11,0

Iron 0,0

Magnesium 11,0

Phosphorus 0,0

Potassium 22,0

Sodium 32,0

Zinc 0,2

Vitamins

Vitamin A 0,0

Vitamin C 0,0

Vitamin D 0,0

Vitamin E 0,0

Vitamin K —

Vitamin B1 —

Vitamin B2 —

Vitamin B3 —

Vitamin B5 —

Vitamin B6 —

Vitamin B12 —

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Food

Fish, saltwater, sardine, fillet, microwave/10min, without oil, unsalted, Brazil

Minerals

Calcium 403,0

Iron 0,9

Magnesium 32,5

Phosphorus 526,0

Potassium 385,0

Sodium 50,3

Zinc 1,4

Vitamins

Vitamin A —

Vitamin C 0,0

Vitamin D 2,5

Vitamin E 1,1

Vitamin K —

Vitamin B1 0,1

Vitamin B2 —

Vitamin B3 5,9

Vitamin B5 —

Vitamin B6 —

Vitamin B12 5,0

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Food

Pigeon, part n/e, without skin, roasted

Minerals

Calcium 15,0

Iron 20,0

Magnesium 35,0

Phosphorus 400,0

Potassium 400,0

Sodium 100,0

Zinc 0,7

Vitamins

Vitamin A 7,0

Vitamin C 0,0

Vitamin D 0,2

Vitamin E —

Vitamin K —

Vitamin B1 —

Vitamin B2 —

Vitamin B3 —

Vitamin B5 —

Vitamin B6 —

Vitamin B12 —

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Food

Pigeon, part n/e, without skin, roasted

Minerals

Calcium 15,0

Iron 20,0

Magnesium 35,0

Phosphorus 400,0

Potassium 400,0

Sodium 100,0

Zinc 0,7

Vitamins

Vitamin A 7,0

Vitamin C 0,0

Vitamin D 0,2

Vitamin E —

Vitamin K —

Vitamin B1 —

Vitamin B2 —

Vitamin B3 —

Vitamin B5 —

Vitamin B6 —

Vitamin B12 —

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Food

Meat, pork, cooked, without oil, unsalted

Minerals

Calcium 7,0

Iron 1,3

Magnesium 28,0

Phosphorus 237,0

Potassium 554,0

Sodium 66,0

Zinc 3,8

Vitamins

Vitamin A 0,0

Vitamin C 0,0

Vitamin D —

Vitamin E 0,3

Vitamin K —

Vitamin B1 0,5

Vitamin B2 0,3

Vitamin B3 11,8

Vitamin B5 —

Vitamin B6 0,3

Vitamin B12 0,5

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Food

Meat, beef, striploin, without fat, grilled, without oil, unsalted, Brazil

Minerals

Calcium 5,0

Iron 2,4

Magnesium 21,1

Phosphorus 240,0

Potassium 386,0

Sodium 57,5

Zinc 5,1

Vitamins

Vitamin A —

Vitamin C 0,0

Vitamin D 0,1

Vitamin E 0,2

Vitamin K —

Vitamin B1 —

Vitamin B2 0,2

Vitamin B3 4,9

Vitamin B5 —

Vitamin B6 0,2

Vitamin B12 1,0

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Food

Meat, beef, knuckle, without fat, grilled, without oil, unsalted, Brazil

Minerals

Calcium 4,8

Iron 3,0

Magnesium 27,3

Phosphorus 288,0

Potassium 420,0

Sodium 60,3

Zinc 8,1

Vitamins

Vitamin A —

Vitamin C 0,0

Vitamin D —

Vitamin E 0,2

Vitamin K —

Vitamin B1 0,0

Vitamin B2 0,0

Vitamin B3 3,0

Vitamin B5 —

Vitamin B6 —

Vitamin B12 4,2

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Food

Meat, pork, loin, roasted, without oil, unsalted, Brazil

Minerals

Calcium 19,5

Iron 0,5

Magnesium 18,1

Phosphorus 238,0

Potassium 311,0

Sodium 38,9

Zinc 1,8

Vitamins

Vitamin A —

Vitamin C 0,0

Vitamin D 0,4

Vitamin E 0,1

Vitamin K —

Vitamin B1 0,8

Vitamin B2 0,1

Vitamin B3 12,4

Vitamin B5 —

Vitamin B6 0,1

Vitamin B12 0,8

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Food

Fish, saltwater, tuna, fresh, roasted/grilled, without oil, unsalted, Brazil

Minerals

Calcium 9,9

Iron 1,5

Magnesium 39,2

Phosphorus 308,0

Potassium 353,0

Sodium 34,8

Zinc 0,5

Vitamins

Vitamin A 24,7

Vitamin C 0,0

Vitamin D 1,2

Vitamin E 0,2

Vitamin K —

Vitamin B1 —

Vitamin B2 0,1

Vitamin B3 7,2

Vitamin B5 —

Vitamin B6 —

Vitamin B12 9,7

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Food

Meat, goat, roasted, without oil, unsalted (average of different cuts and breeds), Brazil

Minerals

Calcium 10,9

Iron 0,6

Magnesium 29,4

Phosphorus 259,0

Potassium 391,0

Sodium 102,0

Zinc 7,3

Vitamins

Vitamin A 0,0

Vitamin C 0,0

Vitamin D —

Vitamin E —

Vitamin K —

Vitamin B1 0,1

Vitamin B2 0,9

Vitamin B3 4,8

Vitamin B5 —

Vitamin B6 —

Vitamin B12 1,4

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Food

Meat, turtle, jabuti, without oil, unsalted (imported data)

Minerals

Calcium 14,0

Iron 7,1

Magnesium 28,0

Phosphorus 193,0

Potassium 407,0

Sodium 119,0

Zinc 2,3

Vitamins

Vitamin A 0,0

Vitamin C 2,0

Vitamin D 0,0

Vitamin E 0,0

Vitamin K —

Vitamin B1 0,1

Vitamin B2 0,1

Vitamin B3 14,0

Vitamin B5 —

Vitamin B6 0,6

Vitamin B12 6,2

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Food

Fish, saltwater, sardine, fried in oil, unsalted, Brazil

Minerals

Calcium 482,0

Iron 1,1

Magnesium 38,8

Phosphorus 628,0

Potassium 459,0

Sodium 60,1

Zinc 1,6

Vitamins

Vitamin A —

Vitamin C 0,0

Vitamin D 5,3

Vitamin E 2,3

Vitamin K —

Vitamin B1 0,1

Vitamin B2 —

Vitamin B3 7,1

Vitamin B5 —

Vitamin B6 —

Vitamin B12 6,0

Analysis

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Protein

High

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Carbs

Low

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Fat

Low

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Calories

High

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Summary

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Zero carb foods for a heart friendly diet list for?

It groups 100 filtered foods; Gelatin is a standout for the general health angle.

Where to start in the table?

Start with Gelatin, Fish, saltwater, sardine, fillet, microwave/10min, without oil, unsalted, Brazil, Pigeon, part n/e, without skin, roasted and compare protein, fiber and calories per 100 g.

How to read the list numbers?

All values are per 100 g. Mentally adjust for the portion you actually eat.

Are values per serving or per 100 g?

On this page, unless noted otherwise, main macros are per 100 g.

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Calories: 338 kcal
Fiber: 0g

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Page summary

Quick assessment

👍 Positive points

⚠️ Points to watch

Full analysis

What this list shows

Top picks and why they rank well

How to choose based on your goal

Common mistakes when using this list

Practical next step for the reader

Data sources on this page

Trusted references

How to interpret this page

Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Vitamins and minerals

Gelatin

Minerals

Vitamins

Fish, saltwater, sardine, fillet, microwave/10min, without oil, unsalted, Brazil

Minerals

Vitamins

Pigeon, part n/e, without skin, roasted

Minerals

Vitamins

Pigeon, part n/e, without skin, roasted

Minerals

Vitamins

Meat, pork, cooked, without oil, unsalted

Minerals

Vitamins

Meat, beef, striploin, without fat, grilled, without oil, unsalted, Brazil

Minerals

Vitamins

Meat, beef, knuckle, without fat, grilled, without oil, unsalted, Brazil

Minerals

Vitamins

Meat, pork, loin, roasted, without oil, unsalted, Brazil

Minerals

Vitamins

Fish, saltwater, tuna, fresh, roasted/grilled, without oil, unsalted, Brazil

Minerals

Vitamins

Meat, goat, roasted, without oil, unsalted (average of different cuts and breeds), Brazil

Minerals

Vitamins

Meat, turtle, jabuti, without oil, unsalted (imported data)

Minerals

Vitamins

Fish, saltwater, sardine, fried in oil, unsalted, Brazil

Minerals

Vitamins

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