Comments on: Flavor-up your Low FODMAP Diet!

By: Linda

Linda — Wed, 19 Nov 2014 03:45:30 +0000

I use a lot of herbs, there is no mention which ones we should not use.
Also I have started using coconut vinegar and coconut amino’s only small amounts but not sure if they are okay.

By: Michael J. Rosen

Michael J. Rosen — Wed, 19 Nov 2014 03:23:47 +0000

In reply to Kate Scarlata. Thanks for the additional information and good news!

By: Kate Scarlata

Kate Scarlata — Wed, 19 Nov 2014 02:46:19 +0000

In reply to Michael J. Rosen.

Hi Michael, I spoke with the folks at Savory Choice and they assured me that the natural flavor is not onion and garlic in their regular chicken, turkey and beef broth. By definition, maltodextrin is not a source of FODMAPs. I agree, corn syrups (not just high fructose) and maltodextrin are somewhat of a grey area– would love if they all could be tested and approved officially–but doubt that will be happening for a while. This Savory Choice product is a convenience item (ie should be enjoyed occasionally)–it seems well tolerated by my clients–and for a quick meal…I think it if fine for a low FODMAP diet.

By: Michael J. Rosen

Michael J. Rosen — Wed, 19 Nov 2014 02:32:35 +0000

I’m puzzled by your recommendation of Savory Choice broths. The ingredients of the chicken broth are: Chicken Stock, Natural Flavor, Salt, Chicken Fat, Sugar, Maltodextrin, Yeast Extract and Xanthan Gum. From other sites (i.e.: IBSGroup.org and Simple FODMAP App), I was led to believe that Maltodextrin is a problem. Also, can’t general, vague terms such as “Chicken Stock” and “Natural Flavor” disguise the use of ingredients such as onions and garlic?

While I would love to discover a packaged stock that is FODMAP Diet friendly, I’m suspicious of Savory Choice. Do you have additional information from the manufacturer confirming the product as friendly? What is your position on Maltodextrin?

Thanks for your further guidance.