Can I Eat Pears with IBS?
Pears are high FODMAP due to excess fructose and sorbitol. One of the most problematic fruits for IBS sufferers.
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Double FODMAP hit: fructose AND sorbitol cause severe bloating.
Tip: Choose strawberries or oranges instead.
Despite fiber, FODMAPs cause more discomfort than benefit.
Tip: Kiwi is much better for constipation.
Sorbitol is a laxative; fructose draws water into gut.
Tip: One of the worst fruits for IBS-D.
Can worsen symptoms either direction.
Tip: Many safer fruit options available.
Multiple FODMAPs feed bacterial overgrowth.
Tip: Strictly avoid during SIBO recovery.
Stress dramatically reduces FODMAP tolerance.
Tip: Choose grapes or berries instead.
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