Is chamomile tea low FODMAP?
No, it is high FODMAP.
Chamomile tea is high FODMAP, because of its fructans. Instead: Peppermint or green tea.
| Food | Chamomile tea |
|---|---|
| FODMAP level | High FODMAP |
| FODMAP group | fructans |
| Category | Drinks |
EAT THIS INSTEAD
Peppermint or green tea
Peppermint or green tea
Why chamomile tea causes symptoms
fructans are short-chain carbohydrates that the small intestine absorbs poorly. They pull water in, then ferment in the colon — which is where the gas, bloating and cramping come from. The reaction is a matter of dose, and it does not always arrive the same day.
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