Is Melissas Organic Polenta Original Flavor - 16 Oz Low FODMAP?

No. This product is not low FODMAP as it lists 2 ingredients that are likely high FODMAP at 1 serving and 1 ingredient that could be moderate or high FODMAP depending on source or serving size.

Description

Original-flavor polenta offers a mild, slightly sweet taste with a smooth, creamy texture when cooked and a firmer, sliceable consistency when chilled; commonly used as a base for sauces, grilled or fried slices, and casseroles. Reviewers note easy preparation, reliable texture, and versatility, with occasional comments about graininess if undercooked.

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Why it's not low FODMAP

organic granulated garlic
organic granulated onion
organic celery seed

organic granulated garlic

Dietitian note

Garlic is high FODMAP at a normal serving size in both whole and powder form. Garlic infused oils are low FODMAP, because the fructans in garlic are not fat soluble.

Note by Vanessa Vargas, RDN, LDN

Use instead

green tips of spring onion
green tips of leek
green tips of scallion
chive

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Ingredients

Water, Organic Cornmeal, Salt, Yeast Extract, Organic Granulated Onion, Organic Granulated Garlic, Organic Celery Seed, Tartaric Acid, Ascorbic Acid, Beta-carotene, Manufactured In A Plant That Also Processes Milk, Egg, Fish, Soy And Wheat

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What is a Low FODMAP diet?

A Low FODMAP diet limits foods high in certain short-chain carbohydrates (FODMAPs) that can be poorly absorbed in the gut. These include specific sugars found in foods like onions, garlic, beans, apples, and wheat. It's commonly followed by people with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) or other digestive sensitivities to reduce bloating, gas, and discomfort. The diet typically involves an elimination phase, followed by gradual reintroduction to identify personal triggers. When followed carefully, often with a dietitian's guidance, a Low FODMAP diet can help manage symptoms while maintaining a balanced and varied intake of nutrients.