Are scallion bulbs (white part) low FODMAP?
High FODMAP, usually limited
Scallion bulbs (white part) are high FODMAP and are usually limited during the elimination phase.
High FODMAPLast reviewed October 24, 2026
Scallion bulbs (white part) on a low FODMAP diet
- Leave scallion bulbs (white part) 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 scallion bulbs (white part)
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.
Fructan: Fructans are chains of fructose found in wheat, garlic, onion and some vegetables. People can't fully digest them, so they reach the large intestine, where gut bacteria ferment them. Read more about high FODMAP foods to avoid with IBS.
Lower-FODMAP swaps
Low FODMAPMore vegetables
Common questions
Are scallion bulbs (white part) low FODMAP?
Scallion bulbs (white part) are high FODMAP and are usually limited during the elimination phase. They contain excess fructose and fructans.
Which FODMAPs are in scallion bulbs (white part)?
Scallion bulbs (white part) contain excess fructose and fructans. 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 scallion bulbs (white part) 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 scallion bulbs (white part)?
Lower-FODMAP options include scallion greens and chives.
How do I test scallion bulbs (white part) during reintroduction?
Scallion bulbs (white part) 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.
Scallion bulbs (white part) in our guides
Category
Vegetables & Mushrooms · Vegetable
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