Fresh Rhubarb
Pink, colourful stalks with an intense, refreshing sourness (rabarber); in the kitchen it is treated like a fruit, but it is purely a stalk vegetable. Its net carbohydrate is very low (under 2 g), so a glycemic index does not apply, and it is known for its fibre, malic acid and oxalates.
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💡 Smart Nutritional Guidance
Consumption advice
Cook the chopped stalks with a little water, a safe stevia sweetener and a pinch of cinnamon for a tangy, delicious compote to spoon over Greek yoghurt with zero added sugar.
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⚠️ Important kitchen warning: eat only the pink stalks and discard the green leaves completely; the leaves contain toxic, very high concentrations of oxalic acid and must never be eaten.
Important Nutritional Note
Rhubarb is an excellent aid to bowel movement and digestive health thanks to its fibre; people with a history of kidney stones are advised to eat it in moderation because of its oxalate content.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per typical portion (100 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 21 kcal | 21 kcal |
| Protein | 0.9 g | 0.9 g |
| Carbohydrate | 4.5 g | 4.5 g |
| Available carbohydrate | 2.7 g | 2.7 g |
| Fat | 0.2 g | 0.2 g |
| Dietary fibre | 1.8 g | 1.8 g |
The typical portion is approximate, for comparison purposes.
Comparison & smarter alternatives
It has 21 kcal per 100 g, ranking 16 of 48 in Vegetables (lowest first).
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Frequently asked questions
Is Fresh Rhubarb good for weight loss?
Yes. Fresh Rhubarb is very low in calories (21 kcal per 100 g), so you can eat a generous amount to add volume and fullness to a meal without many calories.
How does Fresh Rhubarb affect blood sugar?
Fresh Rhubarb contains only 2.7 g of available carbohydrate per 100 g, so the glycemic index does not apply and its direct effect on blood sugar is minimal. The meal’s effect depends on what you eat with it, such as bread, rice or sweetened sauces.
What is the nutritional value of a typical portion of Fresh Rhubarb?
A typical 100 g portion of Fresh Rhubarb provides about 21 kcal, 0.9 g protein, 4.5 g carbohydrate, 0.2 g fat and 1.8 g fibre.
Reviewed by the WiBo Health medical team · Last reviewed 13 October 2026
Disclaimer: This guidance is for nutritional lifestyle orientation and does not constitute a diagnostic medical device under EU Regulation MDR 2017/745.