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soy protein

soy protein

Legumes/Pulses

Trigger checker for soy protein

FODMAP rating
Low FODMAP

See soy protein rated across every trigger — FODMAP, histamine, salicylate, oxalate, tyramine and more — plus diet compatibility, all in one quick ingredient profile.

Triggers

HistamineLow
Histamine LiberatorsModerate
FODMAPsSafe
FructansSafe
GOSSafe
FructoseSafe
PolyolsSafe
GlutenSafe
LactoseSafe
Dairy ProteinsSafe
NightshadesSafe
SalicylatesLow
OxalatesHigh
NickelHigh
SulfitesLow
NitritesSafe
GlutamatesModerate
TyramineSafe
CaffeineSafe
LectinHigh
Low FermentationSafe

Diets

GlutenFit
InflammationAvoid
VeganFit
VegetarianFit
Paleo AIPAvoid
MediterraneanAvoid
DASH DietAvoid
EoE CompatibleAvoid
FODMAPsFit
Low FermentationFit
Priority ingredient notes

Serving size, prep, and portion notes for soy protein

Soy protein is the rare soy food that grades clean on FODMAPs (A). Extraction strips the fermentable sugars that make whole soybeans a problem, so the isolate in a shake or a veggie burger behaves nothing like a bowl of edamame. What survives processing is everything else about soy. It is one of the big allergens and one of the six foods removed for EoE (E). It runs high on oxalate (D), roughly 40 to 60 mg per scoop, high on nickel (D), and it keeps soy’s reputation as a histamine liberator (C). A moderate free glutamate grade (C) and a low but real sulfite residue from processing (B) round out a profile that is friendlier to the gut than to the immune system.

Watch for

Soy is a declarable allergen and one of the six foods in an EoE elimination diet. The isolate is still soy in the way that matters immunologically. / High oxalate (D). Soy protein isolate carries far more oxalate than tofu or soy milk, and textured soy protein runs higher still, which matters for anyone managing kidney stones. / High nickel (D). Low nickel diet guidance names soy protein powder specifically, and it is one of the harder places to spot because powder hides in bars and meat alternatives. / A recognised histamine liberator (C), so it can prompt flushing or hives without containing much histamine itself. / Low FODMAP applies to the plain isolate. Flavoured powders and bars often add inulin or polyol sweeteners that put the FODMAPs straight back in.

FAQ

What does the FODMAP rating mean for soy protein?

Low FODMAP: usually easier for most people, still watch portion size.

Is soy protein generally well tolerated?

Oxalates (High) and Nickel (High) Start with those if you react.

What should I check next?

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