Coconut Oil

TLDRLast updated 6 October 2026

Coconut oil: the recorded FODMAP references are 20 ml low.

Serving sizes for coconut oil

Coconut oil: 20 ml low. Use the stated preparation and unit; intermediate amounts are not separately verified.

Low
20 mlabout 1 tablespoon
FructoseLow
LactoseLow
FructansLow
GOSLow
SorbitolLow
MannitolLow

Reference portions

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Reference portions for Coconut Oil and their FODMAP ratings
ServingAmountFODMAP rating
1 tablespoon
Reference portionNot availableModerate
Reference portionNot availableHigh

Is coconut oil low FODMAP?

These references apply to coconut oil. They describe individual reference portions, not exact transition cutoffs or a personal tolerance limit. Compare Canola Oil, Avocado Oil. Each guide describes its own preparation; a related food is not automatically a like-for-like substitute.

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Use the named preparation when comparing portions. Read the supporting background. General background reading; does not establish the numerical references on this page.

Gut-friendly ways to eat coconut oil

Measure in the table’s stated unit. Do not substitute grams for millilitres without a product-specific conversion.

Frequently asked questions

What is the low FODMAP portion for coconut oil?

The low reference is 20 ml. The full references are 20 ml low.

Can another preparation use these portions?

Compare Canola Oil, Avocado Oil. Each guide describes its own preparation; a related food is not automatically a like-for-like substitute.

How should I measure this food?

Measure in the table’s stated unit. Do not substitute grams for millilitres without a product-specific conversion.

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Sources and editorial notes

Published and maintained by Gut Friendly. This guide has not been independently reviewed by a dietitian. Serving information comes from our food catalogue. Where references are listed, they explain the research and preparation differences. Check the original source for current portions.

Gut Friendly provides general information, not medical advice.