Today’s tip will be short and sweet. US canned pumpkin FODMAP results are finally here!!
It seems forever ago that I sent canned pumpkin to the Monash researchers. In fact, I sent several boxes of US foods for testing. What we learned: Canned US pumpkin has moderate amount of FODMAPs. Small amounts, 1/4 cup canned, such as in an otherwise low FODMAP slice of pumpkin pie, pumpkin bread or maybe a granola bar is low BUT 1/2 cup canned is moderate. Portion size matters!! So…of course, this week’s recipe will feature some pumpkin….stay tuned!
The great news is that the Monash researches now how a blog to keep us all up dated on their latest FODMAP findings. This will be a valuable spot for all of us to check periodically for the latest news straight from the lab down under. So without further adieu…here is the link for the Monash blog!
Jess
Hi Kate,
I use this recipe for pumpkin muffins… So good!
http://www.deliciousasitlooks.com/2013/12/thanksgiving-recap.html?m=1
katescarlata
Oh Yes, Jess these look super yummy. Not sure almond milk will be a suitable low FODMAP milk–might sub in coconut, rice or lactose free cow’s milk. Can’t wait to give these a try!
Mary
I can’t seem to get the Monash blog to work for me. Is anyone else having issues? I tried to register and it won’t seem to let me.
Thanks,
Mary
katescarlata
Hi Mary, I couldn’t register either. Let me inquire about that.
Jenna
Yay! just in time for pumpkin season! =)
Will we be hearing about probiotics soon!?
katescarlata
Oh my gosh Jenna…yes, I need to review my notes and get that probiotic info to you all. I need a few more days in the week! Can you get me some? Ha!!
Melissa
Will they announce which of the FODMAPs pumpkin is part of? It would be nice to know which category they are high in.
katescarlata
Yes, Melissa, they will provide that information soon via the app.
katescarlata
They will announce that I believe when the app update comes….but certainly feel free to leave a note on their site.
leah
Great timing! have been waiting on these results!
Joana @ My Gut Feeling
Hello Kate! thank you so much for your info on the new Monash blog, it is another great tool for us low FODMAPers!
I have a question about pumpkin purée. Is there any quantity limitation if it is home made pumpkin purée?
Thank you!
katescarlata
Joana, I am not sure I can answer that question. I know US canned pumpkin was tested and is limited —but other forms of ‘pumpkin’ might be different. There is also a terminology difference country to country–some countries use the term pumpkin to refer to what we call squash here in the states. So….would check the Monash app and look at the pictures to be sure you are referring to ‘pumpkin’ or squash and what the specific limit is. Hope that helps.
Joana @ My Gut Feeling
Thank you! In the monash app they talk about butternut (squash in the US?) and jap. This last one is what we call pumpkin here in Europe. They advise 1/2 cup (60 grs.) I normally make my muffins with 200 grs. of homemade pumpkin purée and it makes 12. Better to make the maths and warn my readers about how many they should eat, then. There a lot of things to think about when developing an 100% low FODMAP friendly recipe. Thank you again, Kate 🙂
Terri Sidell
Kate,
Thanks so much for posting portion size of the troublesome foods.
I really appreciate it very much!!!