Is Worcestershire Sauce Low FODMAP?
Is Worcestershire Sauce Low FODMAP? There is a bit of confusion about whether Worcestershire sauce is actually low FODMAP because it commonly contains onion and garlic. However, according to low FODMAP research, Worcestershire sauce is low FODMAP. I emailed Monash...
8 Ways a FODMAP Trained Dietitian Can Help You
How a FODMAP Trained Dietitian Can Help The low FODMAP diet is complex and can be confusing, which means it can take a while to get your head around the diet. Luckily for us there are FODMAP trained dietitians who can help us transition onto the diet, with fewer...
7 Reasons Why the Low FODMAP Diet Might Not Be Working
7 Reasons Why the Low FODMAP Diet Might Not Be Working If you are still suffering from abdominal pain and other IBS symptoms despite being low FODMAP, then it’s time to double check your diet and look at your stress levels. The low FODMAP diet is a learning diet and...
What Flours & Starches are Low FODMAP?
What Flours & Starches are Low FODMAP? Understanding what flours are low FODMAP is important when creating delicious low FODMAP baking, or selecting safe gluten free bread. The purpose of this article is to explore which flours and starches are safe for us to use...
High Fructose Corn Syrup & the Low FODMAP Diet
Identifying which products contain high fructose corn syrup (HFCS) can be a challenge on the low FODMAP diet, as HFCS can be labelled under multiple names. This article will explain what HFCS can be called, and why it is a problem on the low FODMAP diet. What is high...
What is Xylitol? And is it high FODMAP?
What is Xylitol? And is it high FODMAP? Xylitol is a high FODMAP sugar alcohol (polyol), that can wreak havoc on our digestive systems and trigger IBS symptoms. To make sure xylitol doesn’t sneak into your low FODMAP diet, you need to understand where to find it and...
What Protein Powders are Low FODMAP?
What Protein Powders are Low FODMAP? If you are an athlete, or trying to gain weight, then protein powders can be a good way to supplement your diet. Just remember it is easy to get enough protein in your diet if you are eating a wide variety of low FODMAP foods. If...
Do serving sizes matter on the Low FODMAP Diet?
The low FODMAP diet isn’t as easy as a food being categorised as high FODMAP or low FODMAP. Often a food will have low FODMAP, moderate FODMAP and high FODMAP serving sizes. That means even if a food is listed as low FODMAP, that doesn’t always mean you...
What summer fruits are low FODMAP? And how much can you eat?
In summer there is always lots of beautiful fresh fruit begging us to eat it. However, not all fruits are our friends, as some have high levels of FODMAPs! I used to love sinking my teeth into a big juicy slice of watermelon…. But I could never work out why I ended up...
Feeling Tired? Are you getting enough iron on the Low FODMAP Diet?
Iron and the Low FODMAP Diet A while ago I was really battling with low iron. Iron tablets weren’t an option for me as they are harsh on my stomach, which is the last thing I needed for my Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)! I have finally got my iron to a healthy level...
What Nuts are Low FODMAP?
Nuts are an excellent source of healthy fats, antioxidants, vitamins, and fibre (1). There are plenty of low FODMAP nuts to choose from while on the low FODMAP diet and they make a great energy-boosting snack! If you struggle with low FODMAP nuts, and it’s not due to...
What is the difference between Sugar Bananas & Common Bananas? Are they Low FODMAP?
Different types of banana, and bananas at varying stages of ripeness, can contain different FODMAP levels. This means it is important that you know which bananas are considered low FODMAP and suitable for the first phase of the diet. Two types of banana have been...
Gluten Freedom Pizza Competition
The Competition We have teamed up with Gluten Freedom so we can help you create delicious tummy friendly pizzas! We want to know what sort of low FODMAP pizza you want! The winner of the pizza competition will receive a Gluten Freedom Pizza Prize Pack, and have their...
Is Erythritol Low FODMAP?
Erythritol & the Low FODMAP Diet Erythritol is a polyol just like sorbitol and mannitol, which means it might trigger gastrointestinal symptoms for some people. Research also shows that erythritol can increase fructose malabsorption, which is an important...
High FODMAP Foods & Other Irritable Bowel Syndrome Trigger Foods
Irritable Bowel Syndrome Trigger Foods Identifying Irritable Bowel Syndrome trigger foods is an important step in learning to manage your symptoms. The low FODMAP diet has been scientifically proven to significantly reduce IBS symptoms in up to 76% of IBS sufferers...
What is Sorbitol & is it Low FODMAP?
Sorbitol & the Low FODMAP Diet Sorbitol is high FODMAP and can be a bit of a sneaky FODMAP, as it likes to hide in fruits and is used as an artificial sweetener in processed foods and medications. This article is going to discuss what sorbitol is, why it is high...
What is Japanese Pumpkin and is it Low FODMAP?
Are you feeling a bit confused about what Japanese pumpkin is and wondering if it is low FODMAP? You’re not the only one! Japanese pumpkin is listed as a safe low FODMAP pumpkin in the Monash University Low FODMAP app. But what exactly is Japanese Pumpkin? Japanese...
Are Coconut Products Low FODMAP?
Coconut products can be a bit tricky on the low FODMAP diet, as some products are suitable and others are not! This article discusses what coconut products are low FODMAP and what coconut products you may need to limit or avoid. The following information is based on...
How to Eat Out on the Low FODMAP Diet
Eating out when you’re following the low FODMAP diet can definitely feel overwhelming at times. Between hidden ingredients and unfamiliar menus, it’s easy to feel like staying home is the safer choice. But let’s be real—we all deserve a break from cooking...
Getting Enough Calcium while on the Low FODMAP Diet
The FODMAP diet is a restrictive diet so it’s normal to feel concerned about not getting enough calcium while on the low FODMAP diet. This article is going to explain why calcium is important, and provide you with strategies to help ensure that you are getting...
Explanation of IBS and the Low FODMAP Diet for Family & Friends
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is an embarrassing condition that can be difficult to talk about. If you are reading this article it’s probably because you have a friend, family member, or loved one who suffers from this debilitating condition. Today we are going...
How to Replace Onion on the Low FODMAP Diet
Sometimes it feels like you can’t pick up a single seasoning mix, pre-package meal, or choose a meal in a restaurant without it containing a sneaky little FODMAP called onion. Onion (even in the smallest amount) can cause severe tummy troubles! When transitioning onto...
Getting Enough Fibre on the Low FODMAP Diet
Consuming different types of fibre is important to keep our bodies healthy, and can help reduce constipation, diarrhoea, and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) symptoms. However some high fibre foods are also high FODMAP and need to be removed while you are on the low...
Garlic and the Low FODMAP Diet
There seems to be some confusion about garlic and the low FODMAP diet. So this article will discuss why garlic is high FODMAP and give you tips on how to bring low FODMAP garlic flavour into your meals without causing tummy troubles. Why is garlic a problem on the low...
What is Inulin and is it a FODMAP?
Inulin is a sneaky FODMAP as it likes to hide in processed foods! Before we learn where inulin hides, let’s figure out what it is. What is Inulin And Is It A FODMAP? Inulins are a type of polysaccharide that is found inside many types of plants and they use it...
How does the FODMAP reintroduction phase work?
Congratulations on completing the first phase of the low FODMAP diet! By now, your gut is likely feeling a lot more settled, and you’ve seen firsthand how low FODMAP foods can help reduce your symptoms. That’s a huge achievement—and it means you’re ready for the next...
Radio Interview with Professor Peter Gibson from Monash University
It is always exciting to hear expert discussion of the low FODMAP diet being aired on national radio! Katherine Ryan from Nine to Noon interviewed Professor Peter Gibson from Monash University. Professor Gibson specialises in IBS research and he was raising public...
Getting Started on the Low FODMAP Diet: Elimination Phase
Welcome to your go-to guide for the low FODMAP diet. This complete guide will teach you the fundamentals of the low FODMAP diet and get you started on the first phase, also known as the low FODMAP elimination phase. This article will cover: Safety tips: what to do...
Is the low FODMAP diet the same as the gluten free diet? (Update)
On almost a daily basis I am asked is the low FODMAP diet the same as the gluten free diet? The low FODMAP diet is not a gluten free diet, however it does remove many gluten-containing grains by reducing oligosaccharides in the diet. Before we explore the topic any...
How to Survive a Date while on the Low FODMAP Diet
Dating can be daunting enough without having to navigate the low FODMAP diet and manage your Irritable Bowel Syndrome symptoms! Over the past few years I have been on the dating scene and I have been lucky enough to find a special someone. I would like to share some...
