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milkshake

milkshake

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Is milkshake high in polyols?

Polyols status
Moderate

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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

Histamine
Moderate
Histamine Liberators
FODMAPs
Avoid
Fructans
Safe
GOS
Safe
Fructose
Low
Polyols
Moderate
Gluten
Moderate
Lactose
Avoid
Dairy Proteins
Avoid
Nightshades
Safe
Salicylates
Low
Oxalates
Low
Nickel
Safe
Sulfites
Moderate
Nitrites
Safe
Glutamates
Low
Tyramine
Low
Caffeine
Moderate
Lectin
Moderate
Low Fermentation
Avoid

Diets

Inflammation
✗ Avoid
Vegan
✗ Avoid
Vegetarian
✗ Avoid
Paleo AIP
✗ Avoid
Mediterranean
✗ Avoid
DASH Diet
✗ Avoid
EoE Compatible
✗ Avoid
FODMAPs
✗ Avoid
Low Fermentation
✗ Avoid
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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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