Is Sweet potato low FODMAP?

Q: Is Sweet potato low FODMAP?

Moderate — depends on portion. Sweet potato is portion-dependent: a modest serving (around 1/2 cup) is low-FODMAP, but larger amounts are high in the polyol mannitol. Regular potato is the safer swap for big servings.

Moderate — depends on portion

FODMAP group: Polyols (sorbitol/mannitol)

Serving guidance

About 1/2 cup is low-FODMAP; larger servings are high in mannitol.

Why

Sweet potato is portion-dependent: a modest serving (around 1/2 cup) is low-FODMAP, but larger amounts are high in the polyol mannitol. Regular potato is the safer swap for big servings.

Low-FODMAP swaps

Regular potato
A smaller serving of sweet potato

Does Sweet potato trigger YOUR symptoms?

General ratings are only a starting point — real tolerance is personal. FODMAP Log tracks what you actually eat and how you feel, then works out which foods are triggers for you, with a report you can hand to your dietitian.

More foods

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OrangeLow FODMAP

Ice creamHigh FODMAP

OnionHigh FODMAP

TomatoLow FODMAP

GarlicHigh FODMAP

This is general, informational guidance compiled from published low-FODMAP literature — not a certified rating and not medical advice. FODMAP Log is not affiliated with or certified by Monash University. Personal tolerance varies; always work with a qualified dietitian.