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Is Peanut Butter Low FODMAP?
Low FODMAP
Yes, in modest servings. Plain peanut butter is generally low FODMAP.
Main FODMAPs: None in modest servings
Why
Peanuts are legumes, but unlike most legumes they are low in GOS. Peanut butter made from only peanuts and salt is usually well tolerated in a modest serving.
Good to know
- Check the label for added honey, agave, or other high FODMAP sweeteners.
- Natural peanut butter usually has the shortest ingredient list, often just peanuts and salt.
- Peanut butter powders and flavored spreads vary, so read the ingredients.
Ways to use it
- Spread on gluten-free toast or rice cakes
- Stir into plain oatmeal made with lactose-free milk
- Use as a dip for carrot sticks
Related foods
Related reading
- A Low FODMAP Grocery Shopping Guide: What to Put in Your Cart
- How to Read a Food Label for Hidden FODMAPs
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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