Is polydextrose low FODMAP?

High FODMAP, usually limited

Polydextrose is high FODMAP and is usually limited during the elimination phase.

High FODMAP

Fructose

Many people with IBS find it harder to tolerate.

Last reviewed October 24, 2026

Polydextrose on a low FODMAP diet

Leave polydextrose 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 polydextrose

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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Common questions

Is polydextrose low FODMAP?

Polydextrose is high FODMAP and is usually limited during the elimination phase. It contains excess fructose. Many people with IBS find it harder to tolerate.

Which FODMAPs are in polydextrose?

Polydextrose 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 polydextrose during the low FODMAP elimination phase?

It's usually best left out during elimination and tested later, during reintroduction.

How do I test polydextrose during reintroduction?

Polydextrose belongs 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.

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