FODMAP food guide
Is kimchi low FODMAP?
FODMAP score
60
Moderate
In small portions — Kimchi is moderate in FODMAPs. Portion size decides whether it triggers symptoms.
FODMAPs present
Low-FODMAP serving
1 tbsp (about 30g)
Becomes high FODMAP at
1/2 cup (about 75g) or more
Garlic and onion in the seasoning paste drive the fructan load, so even small servings carry some risk; keep it to a condiment amount.
Seen a different rating somewhere else?+
Usually it's a portion difference, not a disagreement. This page scores kimchi at a serving of 1 tbsp (about 30g); at 1/2 cup (about 75g) or more 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.
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