FODMAP food guide
Is pinto beans low FODMAP?
FODMAP score
65
Moderate
In small portions — Pinto Beans is moderate in FODMAPs. Portion size decides whether it triggers symptoms.
Low-FODMAP serving
1/4 cup (45g) canned and rinsed
Becomes high FODMAP at
1/2 cup (90g) or more
Small canned and rinsed servings are tolerated; larger portions are high in GOS and fructans.
Seen a different rating somewhere else?+
Usually it's a portion difference, not a disagreement. This page scores pinto beans at a serving of 1/4 cup (45g) canned and rinsed; at 1/2 cup (90g) 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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