Potatoes and the Low FODMAP

If you follow a low FODMAP diet, you know certain foods may be high in FODMAPs that may cause digestive issues. Are potatoes low FODMAP? 

Potatoes and FODMAPs

FODMAP stands for fermentable oligosaccharides, disaccharides, monosaccharides, and polyols, which are carbohydrates that some people may have difficulty digesting.

What are FODMAPs?

High amounts of FODMAPs may cause gas, bloating, abdominal pain, diarrhea, or constipation in people with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).

IBS Symptoms

Are Potatoes Low FODMAP?

Potatoes are a low FODMAP food, so if you follow a low FODMAP diet, you can enjoy this nutritious plant food.  - Monash gives it the “green light,” 

According to Monash, sweet potatoes are tolerated and low in FODMAPs, up to ½ cup per meal. However, ⅔ cup has a moderate amount of mannitol.

Are Sweet Potatoes Low in FODMAPs?

To learn more about IBS

Overall, white potatoes are ok to consume on a low FODMAP diet, but sweet and purple potatoes should be limited.  - Click below to learn more about the Low FODMAP diet.