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apricot jam

apricot jam

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Is apricot jam high in fodmaps?

FODMAPs status
High

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

Sensitivity notes

Why fodmaps food checker matters

FODMAPs are fermentable carbohydrates that can cause digestive distress in sensitive individuals. They include fructose, lactose, fructans, galactans, and polyols. These sugars are poorly absorbed in the small intestine and ferment in the colon, potentially causing bloating, gas, and discomfort.

  • Start with a 2-6 week elimination phase, removing all high-FODMAP foods
  • Keep a detailed food and symptom diary to track your reactions
  • Reintroduce one FODMAP group at a time to identify your specific triggers
  • Remember that threshold varies - you may tolerate small amounts
  • Work with a dietitian trained in the low-FODMAP diet for best results

Sensitivities

What apricot jam contains

FODMAPs

FODMAPsHigh
FructansSafe
GOSSafe
FructoseHigh
PolyolsAvoid
LactoseSafe

Histamine & Amines

HistamineSafe
Histamine LiberatorsModerate
TyramineSafe

Plant compounds

SalicylatesHigh
OxalatesLow
LectinSafe
NightshadesSafe

Irritants

CaffeineSafe
AlcoholSafe
Spicy FoodsSafe
Acidic FoodsModerate

Additives

SulfitesModerate
NitritesSafe
GlutamatesSafe

Allergens

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

Diet fit

Where apricot jam fits

Therapeutic diets

Low HistamineCheck
Low SalicylateAvoid
Low FermentationHigh
EoE CompatibleFit
AIPAvoid
InflammationCheck
Reflux DietFit
Specific CarbohydrateAvoid
Low FibreFit
Gastroparesis DietFit

Lifestyle diets

VeganFit
VegetarianFit
PescatarianFit
MediterraneanCheck
DASH DietAvoid
PaleoAvoid
Whole30Avoid
KetoAvoid
Low-carbAvoid

Religious diets

HalalFit
KosherFit
Hindu (no beef)Fit
JainFit
Buddhist VegetarianFit
Orthodox FastingFit
Ingredient notes

What to know about apricot jam

Apricot jam concentrates every trigger the fresh fruit already carries and then adds sugar on top. Cooking the fruit down and sweetening it pushes the sorbitol to a very high polyol level, tips it into excess fructose from the added sugar, and keeps the salicylates high, so apricot jam is a high FODMAP spread that also rates poorly for SIBO and fails paleo, AIP and low-sugar diets. If a spoonful on toast leaves you bloated or reacting, the concentration is why.

Watch for

  • Very high in polyols (sorbitol) and high in excess fructose once cooked and sweetened, a double FODMAP hit that plain fruit does not give you
  • High in salicylates, concentrated further by cooking the fruit down, so a little spread carries a real salicylate load
  • Rated poor for SIBO and a poor fit for DASH because of the added sugar, so it is a spread to keep small if fermentation or sugar is your problem
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FODMAPs Guide

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

FODMAPs are fermentable carbohydrates that can cause digestive distress in sensitive individuals. They include fructose, lactose, fructans, galactans, and polyols. These sugars are poorly absorbed in the small intestine and ferment in the colon, potentially causing bloating, gas, and discomfort.

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 FODMAPs sensitivity:

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

These foods are high in fodmaps and may trigger symptoms:

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

  • 1Start with a 2-6 week elimination phase, removing all high-FODMAP foods
  • 2Keep a detailed food and symptom diary to track your reactions
  • 3Reintroduce one FODMAP group at a time to identify your specific triggers
  • 4Remember that threshold varies - you may tolerate small amounts
  • 5Work with a dietitian trained in the low-FODMAP diet for best results

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 apricot jam high in FODMAPs?

FODMAP rating: High FODMAP. High FODMAP: consider smaller servings or swap within the same group.

Can I still eat apricot jam if I'm sensitive to FODMAPs?

Best to avoid or test carefully with a small amount.

What else should I check?

Check Polyols, AIP, and Specific Carbohydrate next for a fuller picture.