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kohlrabi

kohlrabi

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Is kohlrabi high in fructans?

Fructans status
Low

Find out whether kohlrabi is high or low in fructans, see its exact rating, and check its FODMAP, salicylate, oxalate and diet compatibility all in one place.

Sensitivity notes

Why fructans food checker matters

Fructans are chains of fructose molecules found in wheat, onions, garlic, and many other foods. They're a type of FODMAP that can cause digestive symptoms in sensitive individuals because they're not well absorbed in the small intestine.

  • Garlic-infused oil is low-FODMAP since fructans don't dissolve in oil
  • Green parts of leeks and scallions are lower in fructans
  • Sourdough bread may be better tolerated than regular wheat bread

Triggers

HistamineSafe
Histamine LiberatorsSafe
FODMAPsLow
FructansLow
GOSSafe
FructoseSafe
PolyolsSafe
GlutenSafe
LactoseSafe
Dairy ProteinsSafe
NightshadesSafe
SalicylatesLow
OxalatesLow
NickelLow
SulfitesSafe
NitritesSafe
GlutamatesSafe
TyramineSafe
CaffeineSafe
LectinSafe
Low FermentationLow

Diets

GlutenFit
InflammationFit
VeganFit
VegetarianFit
Paleo AIPFit
MediterraneanFit
DASH DietFit
EoE CompatibleFit
FODMAPsAvoid
Low FermentationAvoid
Priority ingredient notes

Serving size, prep, and portion notes for kohlrabi

Kohlrabi is the swollen stem of a cabbage, mild and sweet and crunchy, and it is genuinely a low trigger vegetable: nothing on its card reaches the high band. No histamine, no histamine liberator, no gluten, lactose, nightshade, sulfite, nitrite, glutamate or caffeine flag. What it has instead is a row of moderates, with fructans, total FODMAPs, salicylates, oxalate, nickel and fermentability all sitting borderline. That is the profile of a vegetable you can eat regularly at normal portions and only notice at volume, which is a much better deal than most brassicas offer. Compared to its relatives it is the easy one: cauliflower grades high on FODMAPs and polyols, broccoli grades poorly on fermentability and salicylates, and kohlrabi undercuts both.

Watch for

Fructans and total FODMAPs rate borderline, which is dose dependent rather than off limits. A few matchsticks in a slaw is a different food to half a bulb shredded into a salad bowl, and the raw shredded version is where people overshoot without noticing. / Fermentability rates borderline too, so on a SIBO protocol the roasted or braised version is usually easier to tolerate than the raw crunch at the same weight. / Salicylate, oxalate and nickel all sit moderate. Individually minor, but kohlrabi is filling and bland enough that people eat a lot of it, and three moderates in one large portion can add up during an elimination trial. / The leaves are not the bulb. Kohlrabi tops are cooked like collards and carry a leafy green profile of their own, so log them as a separate food if you use them. / Clean where fermented and preserved vegetables fail: no histamine, no liberator, no glutamate, no sulfite. That makes kohlrabi a good raw base if sauerkraut, pickles and kimchi are what set you off.

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Fructans Guide

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

Fructans are chains of fructose molecules found in wheat, onions, garlic, and many other foods. They're a type of FODMAP that can cause digestive symptoms in sensitive individuals because they're not well absorbed in the small intestine.

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 Fructans sensitivity:

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

These foods are high in fructans and may trigger symptoms:

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

  • 1Garlic-infused oil is low-FODMAP since fructans don't dissolve in oil
  • 2Green parts of leeks and scallions are lower in fructans
  • 3Sourdough bread may be better tolerated than regular wheat bread
  • 4Spelt and ancient grains still contain fructans despite marketing claims
  • 5Portion size matters - small amounts may be tolerable

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 kohlrabi high in Fructans?

Fructans: moderate signal - portion size matters.

Can I still eat kohlrabi if I'm sensitive to Fructans?

Try smaller portions and space it out.

What else should I check?

Check FODMAPs, Salicylates, and Oxalates next for a fuller picture.