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veggie sausage

veggie sausage

Legumes/Pulses

Is veggie sausage high in polyols?

Polyols status
Safe

Is veggie sausage 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.

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
  • Avocado portion size matters - small amounts may be fine
  • Cauliflower and mushrooms are common triggers

Sensitivities

What veggie sausage contains

FODMAPs

FODMAPsModerate
FructansModerate
GOSModerate
FructoseSafe
PolyolsSafe
LactoseSafe

Histamine & Amines

HistamineModerate
Histamine LiberatorsModerate
TyramineLow

Plant compounds

SalicylatesModerate
OxalatesModerate
LectinAvoid
NightshadesModerate

Irritants

CaffeineSafe
AlcoholSafe
Spicy FoodsSafe
Acidic FoodsSafe

Additives

SulfitesLow
NitritesSafe
GlutamatesHigh

Allergens

Dairy ProteinsLow
GlutenModerate
EggModerate
PeanutSafe
Tree NutsSafe
SoyModerate
FishSafe
CrustaceansSafe
MolluscsSafe
SesameSafe
CelerySafe
MustardSafe
LupinSafe
Alpha-galSafe
NickelLow

Diet fit

Where veggie sausage fits

Therapeutic diets

Low HistamineCheck
Low SalicylateAvoid
Low FermentationHigh
EoE CompatibleCheck
AIPAvoid
InflammationCheck
Reflux DietFit
Specific CarbohydrateAvoid
Low FibreCheck
Gastroparesis DietCheck

Lifestyle diets

VeganCheck
VegetarianFit
PescatarianFit
MediterraneanCheck
DASH DietCheck
PaleoAvoid
Whole30Avoid
KetoCheck
Low-carbFit

Religious diets

HalalFit
KosherCheck
Hindu (no beef)Fit
JainAvoid
Buddhist VegetarianAvoid
Orthodox FastingCheck
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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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FAQ

Is veggie sausage high in Polyols?

Polyols: low signal for most people.

Can I still eat veggie sausage if I'm sensitive to Polyols?

Usually fine in normal portions.

What else should I check?

Check Lectin, AIP, and Specific Carbohydrate next for a fuller picture.