Endive (Belgian/Witlof)

TLDRLast updated 6 October 2026

Endive (Belgian/Witlof): the low FODMAP reference is 75 g. Use raw Belgian endive, also called witlof or witloof; curly endive is listed separately.

Serving sizes for endive (belgian/witlof)

Witlof / Witloof / Belgian endive, raw: 75 g low. Use the stated preparation and unit.

Low
75 gabout 1.5 medium endives
FructoseLow
LactoseLow
FructansLow
GOSLow
SorbitolLow
MannitolLow

Reference portions

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Reference portions for Endive (Belgian/Witlof) and their FODMAP ratings
ServingAmountFODMAP rating
75 g reference portion
Reference portionNot availableModerate
Reference portionNot availableHigh

Is endive (belgian/witlof) low FODMAP?

The references for witlof / witloof / belgian endive, raw are 75 g low. They are comparison portions, not exact transition cutoffs or personal tolerance limits. No moderate or high reference is supplied; an unavailable value does not mean zero.

Endive (Belgian/Witlof) and IBS: what to know

For endive (belgian/witlof), keep the exact form and amount in mind. Preparation and portion size matter when comparing FODMAP references; cooking alone does not establish a lower rating. Monash: FODMAP questions and food preparation. This public source supplies background, not verification of the numerical table.

Gut-friendly ways to eat endive (belgian/witlof)

Use raw Belgian endive, also called witlof or witloof; curly endive is listed separately. Compare Curly Endive (Raw), Radicchio Lettuce (Raw). These guides describe their own preparations and portions.

Frequently asked questions

What is the FODMAP portion for endive (belgian/witlof)?

Endive (Belgian/Witlof): 75 g low. These values apply to witlof / witloof / belgian endive, raw.

How should I measure or check endive (belgian/witlof)?

Use raw Belgian endive, also called witlof or witloof; curly endive is listed separately.

Which other guides are useful when comparing endive (belgian/witlof)?

Compare Curly Endive (Raw), Radicchio Lettuce (Raw). These guides describe their own preparations and portions.

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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.