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tempeh

tempeh

Legumes/Pulses

Is tempeh high in fish?

Fish status
Safe

Is tempeh high or low in fish? See its exact rating, how much counts as a portion, and its FODMAP, salicylate, oxalate and diet compatibility in one place.

Sensitivity notes

Why fish food checker matters

Fish affects how your body responds to certain foods. Understanding your personal tolerance helps you make informed choices.

  • Keep a detailed food and symptom diary to track your personal reactions
  • Eliminate the suspected trigger completely for 2-4 weeks
  • Reintroduce gradually to find your personal tolerance threshold
  • Work with a healthcare provider or registered dietitian for guidance
  • Remember that food sensitivities can change over time

Sensitivities

What tempeh contains

FODMAPs

FODMAPsLow
FructansSafe
GOSLow
FructoseSafe
PolyolsSafe
LactoseSafe

Histamine & Amines

HistamineHigh
Histamine LiberatorsModerate
TyramineHigh

Plant compounds

SalicylatesModerate
OxalatesHigh
LectinAvoid
NightshadesSafe

Irritants

CaffeineSafe
AlcoholSafe
Spicy FoodsSafe
Acidic FoodsSafe

Additives

SulfitesSafe
NitritesSafe
GlutamatesModerate

Allergens

Dairy ProteinsSafe
GlutenSafe
EggSafe
PeanutSafe
Tree NutsSafe
SoyAvoid
FishSafe
CrustaceansSafe
MolluscsSafe
SesameSafe
CelerySafe
MustardSafe
LupinSafe
Alpha-galSafe
NickelHigh

Diet fit

Where tempeh fits

Therapeutic diets

Low HistamineAvoid
Low SalicylateAvoid
Low FermentationHigh
EoE CompatibleAvoid
AIPAvoid
InflammationFit
Reflux DietFit
Specific CarbohydrateAvoid
Low FibreAvoid
Gastroparesis DietAvoid

Lifestyle diets

VeganFit
VegetarianFit
PescatarianFit
MediterraneanFit
DASH DietFit
PaleoAvoid
Whole30Avoid
KetoCheck
Low-carbFit

Religious diets

HalalFit
KosherFit
Hindu (no beef)Fit
JainCheck
Buddhist VegetarianFit
Orthodox FastingFit
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Fish Guide

Everything you need to know about fish sensitivity and smart food choices.

Fish affects how your body responds to certain foods. Understanding your personal tolerance helps you make informed choices.

Sensitivity varies widely. What triggers one person may be fine for another. Track your reactions to find your personal threshold.

These foods are generally well-tolerated for Fish sensitivity:

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These foods have moderate levels and may be tolerated in small amounts:

If you're sensitive to Fish, consider these strategies:

  • 1Keep a detailed food and symptom diary to track your personal reactions
  • 2Eliminate the suspected trigger completely for 2-4 weeks
  • 3Reintroduce gradually to find your personal tolerance threshold
  • 4Work with a healthcare provider or registered dietitian for guidance
  • 5Remember that food sensitivities can change over time

Pro tip: Keep a food diary to track your reactions. The Triggerbites app makes this easy with automatic pattern detection.

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FAQ

Is tempeh high in Fish?

Fish: low signal for most people.

Can I still eat tempeh if I'm sensitive to Fish?

Usually fine in normal portions.

What else should I check?

Check Soy, Lectin, and AIP next for a fuller picture.