Is Fish sauce Low FODMAP?
Low FODMAP
Fish sauce is low FODMAP at a serving of 1 tbsp (15 ml) and is generally well tolerated during the elimination phase.
Serving thresholds
| Serving | FODMAP level | Data quality |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tbsp (15 ml) · fermented | Low | Class rule |
Thresholds are per sitting. FODMAP load stacks across a meal — two “low” servings of different foods can still add up.
Good to know
Fish sauce is fermented anchovy and salt — no FODMAP groups, low at standard seasoning serves.
Where these numbers come from
- Derivation note: Fermented anchovy + salt + sometimes sugar; no FODMAP-bearing components at culinary serves.
- 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.
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.