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vegan mayonnaise

vegan mayonnaise

Condiments & Sauces

Is vegan mayonnaise high in sulfites?

Sulfites status
Low

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

Sensitivity notes

Why sulfites food checker matters

Sulfites are preservatives found in wine, dried fruits, and processed foods. They can trigger asthma symptoms, headaches, and allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.

  • Dried fruits are often high in sulfites unless labeled 'unsulfured'
  • Wine, especially white, commonly contains sulfites
  • Fresh foods are naturally sulfite-free
  • Check medication labels - some contain sulfites
  • Look for 'contains sulfites' on labels (required above 10ppm)

Sensitivities

What vegan mayonnaise contains

FODMAPs

FODMAPsModerate
FructansSafe
GOSModerate
FructoseSafe
PolyolsSafe
LactoseSafe

Histamine & Amines

HistamineLow
Histamine LiberatorsLow
TyramineLow

Plant compounds

SalicylatesLow
OxalatesSafe
LectinModerate
NightshadesSafe

Irritants

CaffeineSafe
AlcoholSafe
Spicy FoodsSafe
Acidic FoodsModerate

Additives

SulfitesLow
NitritesSafe
GlutamatesLow

Allergens

Dairy ProteinsSafe
GlutenSafe
EggSafe
PeanutSafe
Tree NutsSafe
SoyLow
FishSafe
CrustaceansSafe
MolluscsSafe
SesameSafe
CelerySafe
MustardSafe
LupinSafe
Alpha-galSafe
NickelLow

Diet fit

Where vegan mayonnaise fits

Therapeutic diets

Low HistamineFit
Low SalicylateFit
Low FermentationModerate
EoE CompatibleFit
AIPAvoid
InflammationCheck
Reflux DietAvoid
Specific CarbohydrateAvoid
Low FibreFit
Gastroparesis DietAvoid

Lifestyle diets

VeganFit
VegetarianFit
PescatarianFit
MediterraneanCheck
DASH DietFit
PaleoAvoid
Whole30Avoid
KetoFit
Low-carbFit

Religious diets

HalalFit
KosherFit
Hindu (no beef)Fit
JainFit
Buddhist VegetarianFit
Orthodox FastingCheck
Ingredient notes

What to know about vegan mayonnaise

The whole point of vegan mayonnaise is that it removes the egg. That matters because egg is the ingredient in regular mayonnaise that makes it a problem for people with an egg allergy or egg-driven EoE, and it is also dairy-free by default. The trade-off is that egg-free mayo leans on other things to hold together, so many brands rate moderate on FODMAPs from added garlic, onion or pea and soy protein. Read the label: the base oil and the flavourings, not the egg, are what to watch here.

Watch for

  • Moderate FODMAP in many brands, usually from garlic or onion powder and sometimes pea or soy protein, so a garlic-and-onion-free label is the gut-friendly pick
  • Egg-free, which is exactly why it suits egg allergy and egg-triggered EoE where standard mayonnaise does not
  • Borderline on histamine and sulfites depending on the vinegar and preservatives used, so brands do differ
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Sulfites Guide

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

Sulfites are preservatives found in wine, dried fruits, and processed foods. They can trigger asthma symptoms, headaches, and allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.

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 Sulfites sensitivity:

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

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

  • 1Dried fruits are often high in sulfites unless labeled 'unsulfured'
  • 2Wine, especially white, commonly contains sulfites
  • 3Fresh foods are naturally sulfite-free
  • 4Check medication labels - some contain sulfites
  • 5Look for 'contains sulfites' on labels (required above 10ppm)

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 vegan mayonnaise high in Sulfites?

Sulfites: moderate signal - portion size matters.

Can I still eat vegan mayonnaise if I'm sensitive to Sulfites?

Try smaller portions and space it out.

What else should I check?

Check AIP, Specific Carbohydrate, and Whole30 next for a fuller picture.