Can I Eat Chocolate with IBS?
Dark chocolate is lower FODMAP in small amounts. Milk chocolate and chocolate with additives are higher risk.
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Milk chocolate and fillings can trigger bloating.
Tip: 70%+ dark chocolate, 3-4 squares max.
Cocoa has some fiber; caffeine can stimulate.
Tip: Dark chocolate only, in moderation.
Fat and caffeine can worsen diarrhea.
Tip: Small amounts of dark chocolate only.
Test your tolerance carefully.
Tip: Dark chocolate is safer than milk chocolate.
Sugar feeds bacteria.
Tip: Small amount of very dark (85%+) if needed.
Dark chocolate has mood benefits.
Tip: A square or two for the mood boost.
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