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Are Pears Low FODMAP?
High FODMAP
No. Pears are high in FODMAPs, with excess fructose and sorbitol.
Main FODMAPs: Excess fructose, sorbitol
Why
Pears are one of the higher FODMAP fruits. Like apples, they contain excess fructose and sorbitol, and the combination can ferment quickly in the large intestine, causing gas, pain, and urgent bowel movements in sensitive people.
Good to know
- Canned pears, pear juice, and pear concentrate are also high.
- Pear juice is a common sweetener in baby food, fruit snacks, and "fruit-sweetened" products.
Low FODMAP swaps
- Grapes
- Kiwi
- Oranges or mandarins
Related foods
Related reading
- How to Read a Food Label for Hidden FODMAPs
- The Low FODMAP Diet in 3 Phases: Elimination, Reintroduction, Personalization
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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