Are figs low FODMAP?
High FODMAP, usually limited
Figs are high FODMAP and are usually limited during the elimination phase.
High FODMAPLast reviewed October 24, 2026
Figs on a low FODMAP diet
- Leave figs out during the elimination phase, which usually lasts two to six weeks.
- Look for a low FODMAP alternative in the same food group, or check one in our FODMAP checker.
- High FODMAP doesn't mean forever: during reintroduction, many people find they tolerate some high FODMAP foods in smaller amounts.
Which FODMAPs are in figs
Fructose: Excess fructose means the food has more fructose than glucose. That extra fructose is absorbed less efficiently and can draw water into the bowel. Read more about fructose malabsorption.
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Low FODMAPCommon questions
Are figs low FODMAP?
Figs are high FODMAP and are usually limited during the elimination phase. They contain excess fructose.
Which FODMAPs are in figs?
Figs contain excess fructose. Excess fructose means the food has more fructose than glucose. That extra fructose is absorbed less efficiently and can draw water into the bowel.
Can I have figs during the low FODMAP elimination phase?
It's usually best left out during elimination and tested later, during reintroduction.
How do I test figs during reintroduction?
Figs belong with the excess fructose group, which is often tested with honey or mango. Test one group at a time, starting small and increasing over a few days, and note how you feel.
Figs in our guides
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Fruits & Dried Fruits · Fruit
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