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Is Avocado Low FODMAP?

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Depends on portion or type

It depends on the portion. A small serving is generally low, but a whole avocado is high in sorbitol.

Main FODMAPs: Sorbitol

Why

Avocado contains sorbitol, a polyol, and the amount you eat matters a great deal. Small servings are generally tolerated, but a half or whole avocado can deliver enough sorbitol to cause symptoms. That is why avocado toast can be fine for one person and a problem for another.

Good to know

  • Guacamole is easy to overeat, especially with chips.
  • Ripeness can change how much you tolerate, so pay attention to how you feel.
  • Check a current database for tested serving sizes.

Tips and swaps

  • A thin spread of avocado rather than a whole fruit
  • Olive oil or a low FODMAP dressing
  • Hummus made without garlic, in a small serving

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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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