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Is avocado low FODMAP?

NoHigh FODMAP

Avocado is high FODMAP at a typical serving (1/2 fruit). It's high in sorbitol.

Serving size used for this rating: 1/2 fruit

Up to ~2 tbsp is low FODMAP.

FODMAP breakdown

FODMAPs are six groups of fermentable carbs. Most people with IBS react to only one or two of them.

Fructanse.g. wheat, onion, garlic, rye
Low
Galacto-oligosaccharidese.g. beans, lentils, chickpeas, cashews
Low
Lactosee.g. milk, soft cheese, yogurt, ice cream
Low
Excess fructosee.g. honey, apples, mango, agave
Low
Sorbitole.g. stone fruit, avocado, sugar-free gum
High
Mannitole.g. mushrooms, cauliflower, sweet potato
Low

What that means for your gut

  • Sorbitol · high

    Also found in stone fruit, avocado, sugar-free gum. If sorbitol bother you, you may notice bloating, gas or pain a few hours after eating avocado.

Lower-FODMAP swaps

Low-FODMAP options from the same food group:

Also covers: guacamole.

Ratings are general guidance for a typical serving, compiled from published low-FODMAP research. Your tolerance may differ. This page is not medical advice — talk to your doctor or a FODMAP-trained dietitian before making big diet changes.