FODMAP food guide
Is french fries low FODMAP?
FODMAP score
15
Low FODMAP
Yes — French Fries is low FODMAP in normal servings and is generally well tolerated by people with IBS.
Low-FODMAP serving
1 small-medium serving of plain fries
Becomes high FODMAP at
seasoned fries with garlic/onion powder are high in Fructans
Plain potato fries are low-FODMAP; restaurant batter or seasoning may add Fructans.
Seen a different rating somewhere else?+
Usually it's a portion difference, not a disagreement. This page scores french fries at a serving of 1 small-medium serving of plain fries; at seasoned fries with garlic/onion powder are high in Fructans it belongs in the high band. A source quoting the larger serve will call it high, and one quoting the smaller will call it low — the same food, measured at two different amounts.
Based on published FODMAP research and reviewed reference data. Informational only — not medical advice. Tolerance is individual; verify with a dietitian during the elimination phase.