Can I Eat Hummus with IBS?
Traditional hummus contains chickpeas (high FODMAP). Small portions may be tolerated, or try low FODMAP alternatives.
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Chickpeas contain GOS which causes significant bloating.
Tip: 2 tablespoons max, or try pumpkin seed hummus.
GOS can cause discomfort even if fiber might help.
Tip: Test tolerance with tiny amounts.
GOS from chickpeas commonly triggers loose stools.
Tip: Choose low FODMAP alternatives like baba ganoush.
Can swing symptoms unpredictably.
Tip: 1-2 tablespoons max; test carefully.
GOS feeds bacterial overgrowth.
Tip: Skip hummus during SIBO recovery.
Stress reduces GOS tolerance.
Tip: Very small amounts only when calm.
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