Is mango low FODMAP?
High FODMAP, usually limited
Mango is high FODMAP and is usually limited during the elimination phase.
High FODMAPLast reviewed October 24, 2026
Mango on a low FODMAP diet
- Leave mango out during the elimination phase, which usually lasts two to six weeks.
- Use one of the lower-FODMAP swaps below instead.
- High FODMAP doesn't mean forever: during reintroduction, many people find they tolerate some high FODMAP foods in smaller amounts.
Which FODMAPs are in mango
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.
Lower-FODMAP swaps
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Common questions
Is mango low FODMAP?
Mango is high FODMAP and is usually limited during the elimination phase. It contains excess fructose.
Which FODMAPs are in mango?
Mango contains 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 mango during the low FODMAP elimination phase?
It's usually best left out during elimination and tested later, during reintroduction.
What can I use instead of mango?
Lower-FODMAP options include pineapple, oranges, kiwi and papaya.
How do I test mango during reintroduction?
Mango is one of the foods often used to test the excess fructose group. Test one group at a time, starting small and increasing over a few days, and note how you feel.
Mango in our guides
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Fruits & Dried Fruits · Fruit
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