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gravy

Condiments & Sauces

Is gravy high in soy?

Soy status
Moderate

Is gravy high or low in soy? See its exact rating, how much counts as a portion, and its FODMAP, salicylate, oxalate and diet compatibility in one place.

Sensitivity notes

Why soy food checker matters

Soy affects how your body responds to certain foods. Understanding your personal tolerance helps you make informed choices.

  • Keep a detailed food and symptom diary to track your personal reactions
  • Eliminate the suspected trigger completely for 2-4 weeks
  • Reintroduce gradually to find your personal tolerance threshold
  • Work with a healthcare provider or registered dietitian for guidance
  • Remember that food sensitivities can change over time

Sensitivities

What gravy contains

FODMAPs

FODMAPsHigh
FructansHigh
GOSLow
FructoseLow
PolyolsLow
LactoseSafe

Histamine & Amines

HistamineModerate
Histamine LiberatorsSafe
TyramineSafe

Plant compounds

SalicylatesSafe
OxalatesSafe
LectinSafe
NightshadesSafe

Irritants

CaffeineSafe
AlcoholSafe
Spicy FoodsSafe
Acidic FoodsSafe

Additives

SulfitesModerate
NitritesSafe
GlutamatesHigh

Allergens

Dairy ProteinsSafe
GlutenHigh
EggSafe
PeanutSafe
Tree NutsSafe
SoyModerate
FishSafe
CrustaceansSafe
MolluscsSafe
SesameSafe
CeleryLow
MustardSafe
LupinSafe
Alpha-galModerate
NickelSafe

Diet fit

Where gravy fits

Therapeutic diets

Low HistamineCheck
Low SalicylateAvoid
Low FermentationHigh
EoE CompatibleAvoid
AIPAvoid
InflammationAvoid
Reflux DietAvoid
Specific CarbohydrateAvoid
Low FibreFit
Gastroparesis DietAvoid

Lifestyle diets

VeganAvoid
VegetarianAvoid
PescatarianAvoid
MediterraneanAvoid
DASH DietAvoid
PaleoAvoid
Whole30Avoid
KetoFit
Low-carbFit

Religious diets

HalalCheck
KosherCheck
Hindu (no beef)Avoid
JainAvoid
Buddhist VegetarianAvoid
Orthodox FastingAvoid
Ingredient notes

What to know about gravy

Gravy is a hidden source of gluten and onion for a lot of people. Traditional gravy is thickened with wheat flour, so it is high in gluten and adds fructans, and it is usually built on onion plus a stock cube or bouillon, which pushes it high in fructans and free glutamate. That combination makes gravy high-FODMAP and a frequent trigger even when the meal around it looks safe.

Watch for

  • Thickened with wheat flour, so standard gravy contains gluten and is off-limits on a celiac or gluten-free diet unless it is specifically made gluten-free
  • High in fructans from both the wheat flour and the onion or onion powder that flavours most gravy, which is the FODMAP behind the bloating
  • High in free glutamate from stock cubes, bouillon and gravy granules, a trigger for people sensitive to MSG-like umami
  • Often carries a moderate sulfite load from commercial stock and gravy mixes
Learn More

Soy Guide

Everything you need to know about soy sensitivity and smart food choices.

Soy affects how your body responds to certain foods. Understanding your personal tolerance helps you make informed choices.

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 Soy sensitivity:

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These foods have moderate levels and may be tolerated in small amounts:

If you're sensitive to Soy, consider these strategies:

  • 1Keep a detailed food and symptom diary to track your personal reactions
  • 2Eliminate the suspected trigger completely for 2-4 weeks
  • 3Reintroduce gradually to find your personal tolerance threshold
  • 4Work with a healthcare provider or registered dietitian for guidance
  • 5Remember that food sensitivities can change over time

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 gravy high in Soy?

Soy: moderate signal - portion size matters.

Can I still eat gravy if I'm sensitive to Soy?

Try smaller portions and space it out.

What else should I check?

Check Vegan, Vegetarian, and AIP next for a fuller picture.