Is Trader Joe's Spanakopita Low FODMAP?

This product may or may not be low FODMAP as it lists 5 ingredients that could be moderate or high FODMAP depending on source or serving size.

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Flaky, crisp exterior gives way to a warm, savory, slightly tangy filling with a tender interior. Often served as an appetizer, snack, or party finger food, it reheats quickly and well from frozen. Reviewers commonly praise its authentic texture and convenience, while noting occasional uneven baking or variable portion sizes.

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Why it's a maybe for low FODMAP

soy & milk
wheat
wheat flour
malted barley flour
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soy & milk

Dietitian note

Soy and soybeans can be a high or low FODMAP depending on bean maturity, processing, and preparation. Some low FODMAP soy-based products include firm tofu, tempeh, soy sauce, soybean oil, soy lecithin, and edamame. Some high FODMAP soy-based products include whole soy beans, silken tofu, texture soy (vegetable) protein, and most soy milks.

Note by Vanessa Vargas, RDN, LDN

wheat

wheat flour

malted barley flour

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Ingredients

Fillo Dough: Enriched Unbleached Wheat Flour (wheat Flour, Malted Barley Flour, Niacin, Reduced Iron, Thiamin Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid), Water, Cornstarch, Soybean Oil, Starch (cornstarch, Tricalcium, Phosphate), Sea Salt, White Distilled Vinegar. Contains Wheat, Soy & Milk. May Contain Traces Of Tree Nuts.

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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.