Molasses

Moderate FODMAP (Caution)Safe to ~1 tsp

Is molasses low FODMAP?

Molasses is moderate FODMAP, safe in limited portions (Safe to ~1 tsp).

Molasses is concentrated, so even half a tablespoon is moderate. Maple syrup or rice malt syrup are the freely-low sweeteners.

FODMAP subgroups to watch

Molasses contains fructans that can drive SIBO symptoms.

Portion threshold

Fructans climb past ~1/2 tbsp. Single typical servings stay in the rated range; larger servings push past the threshold.

Low-FODMAP sweeteners to try instead

Cane sugarLow FODMAP Maple syrupLow FODMAP Rice malt syrupLow FODMAP Stevia (leaf)Low FODMAP Brown sugarLow FODMAP SucraloseLow FODMAP

FODMAP thresholds follow the Monash University Low FODMAP Diet research. Tolerance is individual. Unsibo is a wellness companion; it is not a medical device and does not diagnose, treat, or prevent any condition.