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Tonic water

Moderate FODMAP (Caution)Regular tonic often has HFCS

Is tonic water low FODMAP?

Tonic water is moderate FODMAP, safe in limited portions (Regular tonic often has HFCS).

Many tonic waters are sweetened with high-fructose corn syrup. A diet tonic, or a cane-sugar tonic in moderation, is the lower-FODMAP choice.

FODMAP subgroups to watch

Tonic water contains excess fructose that can drive SIBO symptoms.

Portion threshold

High-fructose corn syrup drives excess fructose. Single typical servings stay in the rated range; larger servings push past the threshold.

Low-FODMAP drinks to try instead

WaterLow FODMAPCoffee, blackLow FODMAPBlack teaLow FODMAPGreen teaLow FODMAPPeppermint teaLow FODMAPGinger teaLow FODMAP

A single food is only half the story. Eating tonic water in a bigger meal? See how it stacks with the rest of your plate.

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.