Is Celery Low FODMAP?
Celery is moderate FODMAP — it can fit a low-FODMAP diet, but only up to 5 cm stalks (10 g). Larger servings are likely to trigger symptoms.
Serving thresholds
| Serving | FODMAP level | Data quality |
|---|---|---|
| 5 cm stalks (10 g) · raw | Low | Lab-tested |
| ½ stalk (40 g) · raw | High | Lab-tested |
Thresholds are per sitting. FODMAP load stacks across a meal — two “low” servings of different foods can still add up.
Which FODMAPs are in celery?
During reintroduction, test the group above one at a time — tolerating celery depends on your personal threshold for Polyols, not on the food itself.
Good to know
Celery is high in mannitol; a 5 cm piece is the typical safe upper limit.
Where these numbers come from
- Peer-reviewed paper: Yao CK et al. (2014) Dietary sorbitol and mannitol: food content and distinct absorption patterns. J Hum Nutr Diet 27(s2):263–75.
- Peer-reviewed paper: Varney J et al. (2017) FODMAPs: food composition, defining cutoff values and international application. J Gastroenterol Hepatol 32(S1):53–61.
Phase derives serving thresholds from published research and food-composition data so every number is auditable.
Low-FODMAP swaps for celery
Craving celery during elimination? These low-FODMAP picks from the same food group let you keep the dish without the trigger.
Related foods
This page is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice. FODMAP content varies with ripeness, processing, and brand. Always work with your doctor or a registered dietitian on dietary changes for IBS.