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honey mustard

honey mustard

Condiments & Sauces

Is honey mustard high in gos?

GOS status
Safe

See gos status for honey mustard alongside other trigger notes.

Sensitivity notes

Why gos food checker matters

Galacto-oligosaccharides (GOS) are carbohydrates found mainly in legumes and some vegetables. They're a FODMAP that can ferment in the gut, causing bloating and discomfort in sensitive people.

  • Canned and rinsed legumes are lower in GOS than dried
  • Start with smaller portions and build up tolerance
  • Some people find beano-type enzymes helpful

Triggers

Histamine
Moderate
Histamine Liberators
Moderate
FODMAPs
High
Fructans
Moderate
GOS
Safe
Fructose
Moderate
Polyols
Low
Gluten
Moderate
Lactose
Low
Dairy Proteins
Low
Nightshades
Low
Salicylates
Moderate
Oxalates
Safe
Nickel
Safe
Sulfites
Moderate
Nitrites
Safe
Glutamates
Moderate
Tyramine
Moderate
Caffeine
Safe
Lectin
Moderate
Low Fermentation
High

Diets

Inflammation
✗ Avoid
Vegan
✗ Avoid
Vegetarian
✓ Fit
Paleo AIP
✗ Avoid
Mediterranean
✗ Avoid
DASH Diet
✗ Avoid
EoE Compatible
✗ Avoid
FODMAPs
✗ Avoid
Low Fermentation
✗ Avoid
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GOS Guide

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

Galacto-oligosaccharides (GOS) are carbohydrates found mainly in legumes and some vegetables. They're a FODMAP that can ferment in the gut, causing bloating and discomfort in sensitive people.

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 GOS sensitivity:

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

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

  • 1Canned and rinsed legumes are lower in GOS than dried
  • 2Start with smaller portions and build up tolerance
  • 3Some people find beano-type enzymes helpful
  • 4Firm tofu is lower in GOS than silken tofu
  • 5Sprouted legumes may be better tolerated

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

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