soy beans
Legumes/Pulses
Trigger checker for soy beans
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What to know about soy beans
Whole soybeans (the mature bean, distinct from tofu, edamame or soy milk) are high in galacto-oligosaccharides, the GOS FODMAP, and they carry the highest possible nickel rating, making them one of the strongest dietary nickel sources for anyone with systemic nickel allergy. Soy is also one of the major food allergens and a recognised eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) trigger, so whole soybeans can be a problem on both a gut-FODMAP and an immune level.
Watch for
- High in galacto-oligosaccharides (GOS), so whole soybeans ferment in the gut and cause bloating and wind in FODMAP-sensitive people
- Highest nickel rating, a real concern for systemic nickel allergy since soy is among the most nickel-dense foods
- A major food allergen and a common eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) trigger, so soy is one of the foods removed on an EoE elimination diet
- High in lectins when raw or undercooked; soybeans must be thoroughly cooked
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FAQ
What does the FODMAP rating mean for soy beans?
High FODMAP: consider smaller servings or swap within the same group.
Is soy beans generally well tolerated?
Soy (Avoid) and Nickel (Avoid) Start with those if you react.
What should I check next?
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