Is Quaker Instant Grits Cheddar Cheese Low FODMAP?

This product may or may not be low FODMAP as it lists 2 ingredients that could be moderate or high FODMAP depending on source or serving size.

Why it's a maybe for low FODMAP

  • whey
  • natural and artificial flavor

whey

Dietitian note

Whey is the liquid by-product of cheese-making. FODMAP levels of whey and whey-based products depend on the amount of lactose left over from processing and whether lactase enzyme has been added to break it down. Unless marked as low FODMAP or lactose free, we recommend limiting whey-based products during the elimination phase.

Note by Vanessa Vargas, RDN, LDN

Use instead

  • hemp protein
  • egg protein
  • sacha inchi protein

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Description

Instant cheddar-flavored grits with a smooth, creamy texture and pronounced cheese taste; commonly prepared quickly for breakfast or as a savory side. Reviewers note fast, convenient preparation and consistent cheesy flavor, while some mention occasional graininess or uneven mixing. Often served with eggs, bacon, or as a base for add-ins.

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Ingredients

Degerminated White Corn Grits, Salt, Coconut Oil, Corn Syrup Solids, Palm Oil, Calcium Carbonate, Natural And Artificial Flavor, Maltodextrin, Modified Food Starch, Whey, Cheddar Cheese (milk, Cultures, Salt, Enzymes), Yeast Extract, Annatto And Turmeric (color), Hydrolyzed Corn Gluten, Monosodium Glutamate, Sodium Phosphate, Lactic Acid, Disodium Inosinate And Disodium Guanylate, Sodium Caseinate, Reduced Iron, Mono And Diglycerides, Potassium Phosphate, Tocopherols (to Preserve Freshness), Niacinamide, Bht And Citric Acid (to Preserve Freshness), Riboflavin (nutrient And Color), Thiamin Mononitrate, Folic Acid. Contains Milk Ingredients.

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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.

About this product

Grain · Granule

Flavor
SavoryRichSalty
Texture
CreamyThick
Commonly used for
BreakfastSide Dish