Garlic

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TLDRLast updated 6 October 2026

Garlic: no low FODMAP portion is established in this entry. The peeled raw garlic reference is high at 3 g. No low garlic-clove portion is established here.

Serving sizes for garlic

Garlic, peeled, raw: 3 g high. Use the stated preparation and unit.

High

1 cloveabout 3 g

FructoseLow

LactoseLow

FructansHigh

GOSLow

SorbitolLow

MannitolLow

Reference portions

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Reference portions for Garlic and their FODMAP ratings
Serving	Amount	FODMAP rating
Reference portion	Not available	Low
Reference portion	Not available	Moderate
1 small clove

Is garlic low FODMAP?

The references for garlic, peeled, raw are 3 g high. They are comparison portions, not exact transition cutoffs or personal tolerance limits. No low or moderate reference is supplied; an unavailable value does not mean zero.

Garlic and IBS: what to know

For garlic, 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 garlic

The peeled raw garlic reference is high at 3 g. No low garlic-clove portion is established here. Compare Garlic-Infused Oil, Chives, Green Onion / Scallion (green part only). These guides describe their own preparations and portions.

Frequently asked questions

What is the FODMAP portion for garlic?

Garlic: 3 g high. These values apply to garlic, peeled, raw.

How should I measure or check garlic?

The peeled raw garlic reference is high at 3 g. No low garlic-clove portion is established here.

Which other guides are useful when comparing garlic?

Compare Garlic-Infused Oil, Chives, Green Onion / Scallion (green part only). These guides describe their own preparations and portions.

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Garlic-Infused OilHerbs & SpicesLow ChivesVegetablesLow Green Onion / Scallion (green part only)VegetablesLow

Sources and editorial notes

Monash: FODMAP questions and food preparation
Explains FODMAPs, portion dependence and preparation differences; not a citation for this numerical reference table.

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.

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