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BSwiss Chard
Raw · Leafy Greens
Graded B — 47 out of 100, #25 of 45 vegetables. Low energy density carries the score (93/100); clean label drags it down (0/100).
The short version: Spinach's mineral-heavy sibling — magnesium and vitamin K per cup.
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Nutrition facts
Nutrition Facts
Why it scored 47
Each factor is scored 0–100, then combined with the weights shown. Read the full methodology.
Where it ranks
#25 of 45 in Vegetables. Why per-100-calorie scoring changes everything →
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Questions people ask
Is Swiss Chard healthy?
It grades B — 47 out of 100, #25 of 45 vegetables in our system. Spinach's mineral-heavy sibling — magnesium and vitamin K per cup.
How many calories are in Swiss Chard?
19 calories per 100g. For context, that is scored per 100 calories here, which is why energy-dense foods can grade lower than you’d expect.
How is the nutrition score for Swiss Chard calculated?
Each factor (protein, fiber, micronutrients, and others depending on the category) is scored 0–100 against a fixed benchmark, then combined with published weights. See the score breakdown above or read the full methodology.