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Is broccoli high in polyols?
Is broccoli high or low in polyols? See its exact rating, how much counts as a portion, and its FODMAP, salicylate, oxalate and diet compatibility in one place.
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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
- Avocado portion size matters - small amounts may be fine
- Cauliflower and mushrooms are common triggers
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What to know about broccoli
Broccoli is one of the most anti-inflammatory vegetables you can eat, which is why its trigger profile catches people off guard: it is high in salicylates, high in free glutamates, and carries mannitol, a FODMAP polyol. Searches for "is broccoli high in salicylate" or "why does broccoli upset my stomach" almost always trace back to one of those three, not to histamine.
Watch for
- High in salicylates (grade D), a real trigger if you react to aspirin or other salicylate-rich plants
- High in free glutamates, the natural umami compound that can bother people who are sensitive to MSG-like foods
- Contains mannitol and fructans, so the stalks and larger servings are the parts most likely to cause gas and bloating
- Rated poorly for SIBO, where even moderate fermentable fibre can flare symptoms
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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 broccoli high in Polyols?
Polyols: moderate signal - portion size matters.
Can I still eat broccoli if I'm sensitive to Polyols?
Try smaller portions and space it out.
What else should I check?
Check Glutamates, Low Fermentation, and Low Fermentation next for a fuller picture.