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Are Apples Low FODMAP?

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High FODMAP

No. Apples are high in FODMAPs, and they combine two types: excess fructose and sorbitol.

Main FODMAPs: Excess fructose, sorbitol

Why

Apples contain more fructose than glucose, and they also contain sorbitol, a polyol that is poorly absorbed. Having two FODMAPs in one fruit is why apples are such a common trigger. Most varieties are affected, and apple juice and applesauce are high too.

Good to know

  • Apple juice, apple juice concentrate, and apple purees show up in many "no added sugar" snacks.
  • Dried apple is more concentrated, so a small serving can contain a lot.
  • Pears are high for the same reasons.

Low FODMAP swaps

  • Strawberries or blueberries
  • Oranges or mandarins
  • Kiwi or pineapple

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Good to know: FODMAP content varies with variety, ripeness, preparation, brand, and serving size, and everyone's tolerance is different. This page gives general guidance without exact serving thresholds. For tested serving sizes, check the Monash University FODMAP Diet app and talk to your dietitian.

Not medical advice. This article is for general education only and does not replace guidance from your doctor or a registered dietitian. The low FODMAP diet is meant to be done in phases, ideally with a dietitian who is trained in it. See a doctor first if you have new, severe, or worsening digestive symptoms.

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