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Is spaghetti high in gos?
Find out whether spaghetti is high or low in gos, see its exact rating, and check its FODMAP, salicylate, oxalate and diet compatibility all in one place.
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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
Diets
Serving size, prep, and portion notes for spaghetti
A plate of spaghetti is a double hit for a lot of people: it contains gluten and it is rated high in fructans, the wheat FODMAP that ferments in the gut. That is why pasta so often causes bloating and heaviness a couple of hours after dinner even when the sauce is simple. Because portions are usually large, the fructan and gluten load adds up fast, and it also rates poorly for SIBO.
Watch for
Made from wheat semolina, so it contains gluten and is off-limits for celiac disease and non-celiac gluten sensitivity / Rated high in fructans, the FODMAP behind the classic post-pasta bloat and gas / Rated poorly for SIBO, since the fermentable carbs feed bacterial overgrowth / Eaten in big portions, which multiplies the fructan and gluten load compared with a small side of wheat
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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:
These foods are high in gos and may trigger symptoms:
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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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Is spaghetti high in GOS?
GOS: moderate signal - portion size matters.
Can I still eat spaghetti if I'm sensitive to GOS?
Try smaller portions and space it out.
What else should I check?
Check Gluten, Gluten, and Paleo AIP next for a fuller picture.