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Is allspice high in polyols?
Find out whether allspice is high or low in polyols, see its exact rating, and check its FODMAP, salicylate, oxalate and diet compatibility all in one place.
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Sensitivity notes
Why polyols food checker matters
Polyols (sugar alcohols) are found naturally in some fruits and vegetables, and are used as artificial sweeteners. They're poorly absorbed and can cause digestive symptoms, especially in IBS sufferers.
- Avoid sugar-free products with sorbitol, mannitol, xylitol, maltitol
- Stone fruits are naturally high in polyols
- Cooking doesn't reduce polyol content
Triggers
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Serving size, prep, and portion notes for allspice
Despite the name, allspice is not a blend. It is the dried berry of the Pimenta dioica tree, and it just happens to taste like cinnamon, clove and nutmeg at once. Like most intensely aromatic spices it is very high in salicylates, which is the trigger to watch: a warm-spiced bake or a jerk marinade can add up quickly for anyone salicylate sensitive. It also carries a moderate amount of nickel.
Watch for
Very high in salicylates, so allspice can provoke reactions in people sensitive to aspirin or salicylate-rich foods, from hives to headaches to gut upset / Moderate nickel content, worth noting on a low-nickel diet for systemic nickel allergy / A little goes a long way: the salicylate concentration is high, but the tiny amounts used per dish keep exposure lower than the grade suggests
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Polyols Guide
Everything you need to know about polyols sensitivity and smart food choices.
Polyols (sugar alcohols) are found naturally in some fruits and vegetables, and are used as artificial sweeteners. They're poorly absorbed and can cause digestive symptoms, especially in IBS sufferers.
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 Polyols sensitivity:
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These foods have moderate levels and may be tolerated in small amounts:
These foods are high in polyols and may trigger symptoms:
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If you're sensitive to Polyols, consider these strategies:
- 1Avoid sugar-free products with sorbitol, mannitol, xylitol, maltitol
- 2Stone fruits are naturally high in polyols
- 3Cooking doesn't reduce polyol content
- 4Avocado portion size matters - small amounts may be fine
- 5Cauliflower and mushrooms are common triggers
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 allspice high in Polyols?
Polyols: low signal for most people.
Can I still eat allspice if I'm sensitive to Polyols?
Usually fine in normal portions.
What else should I check?
Check Salicylates, Nickel, and Inflammation next for a fuller picture.