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Is fig high in glutamates?
Is fig high or low in glutamates? See its exact rating, how much counts as a portion, and its FODMAP, salicylate, oxalate and diet compatibility in one place.
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Why glutamates food checker matters
Glutamates, including MSG, are flavor enhancers found naturally in many foods and added to others. Some people report sensitivity causing headaches, flushing, or other symptoms, though research on 'MSG syndrome' is mixed.
- MSG goes by many names - look for 'glutamate' on labels
- Naturally high in soy sauce, fish sauce, and aged cheeses
- Tomatoes and mushrooms are naturally high in glutamates
- Yeast extract and hydrolyzed proteins contain glutamates
- Fresh, unprocessed foods are generally lower
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What to know about fig
Fresh figs are low FODMAP only in tiny portions. They stack excess fructose with sorbitol, a polyol, so half a small fig is the Monash limit and anything more can bloat a sensitive gut or send you running. That double sugar load, not fiber alone, is why figs and fig syrup have a laxative reputation.
Watch for
- High in excess fructose, so the sugar arrives faster than the small intestine can absorb it and draws water into the bowel
- High in sorbitol, a sugar alcohol with an osmotic, laxative pull, which compounds the fructose for classic bloating, gas and loose stools
- Drying concentrates both sugars, so a dried fig hits far harder per gram than a fresh one
- Mild histamine and moderate oxalate load, worth noting if you already limit either
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Glutamates Guide
Everything you need to know about glutamates sensitivity and smart food choices.
Glutamates, including MSG, are flavor enhancers found naturally in many foods and added to others. Some people report sensitivity causing headaches, flushing, or other symptoms, though research on 'MSG syndrome' is mixed.
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 Glutamates sensitivity:
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These foods have moderate levels and may be tolerated in small amounts:
These foods are high in glutamates and may trigger symptoms:
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If you're sensitive to Glutamates, consider these strategies:
- 1MSG goes by many names - look for 'glutamate' on labels
- 2Naturally high in soy sauce, fish sauce, and aged cheeses
- 3Tomatoes and mushrooms are naturally high in glutamates
- 4Yeast extract and hydrolyzed proteins contain glutamates
- 5Fresh, unprocessed foods are generally lower
Pro tip: Keep a food diary to track your reactions. The Triggerbites app makes this easy with automatic pattern detection.
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Is fig high in Glutamates?
Glutamates: low signal for most people.
Can I still eat fig if I'm sensitive to Glutamates?
Usually fine in normal portions.
What else should I check?
Check Low Fibre, Gastroparesis Diet, and FODMAPs next for a fuller picture.