Haw Flakes / Hawthorn Candy
Desserts · Confectionery
Haw flakes, or hawthorn candy, are low FODMAP at 10 g. Fructans are moderate at 16 g and high at 19 g.
Serving sizes for haw flakes / hawthorn candy
The low reference is 10 g; large and small flakes have different counts at the same weight.
Tested serving sizes
| Serving | Amount | Main FODMAP | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 large or 12 small flakes | 10 g | Fructans 0.06 g | |
| 6 large or 18 small flakes | 16 g | Fructans 0.1 g | |
| 8 large or 24 small flakes | 19 g | Fructans 0.3 g |
Breakdown for 10 g
Is haw flakes / hawthorn candy low FODMAP?
All six groups are low at the green weight. The low reference is described as four large or twelve small flakes, illustrating why the count depends on the product's size. Fructans explain the two higher ratings. This is the candy preparation, distinct from dried hawthorn and from herbal extracts or supplements.
Haw Flakes / Hawthorn Candy and IBS: what to know
Record the weight of haw flakes in an IBS food diary, including small stacks eaten while sharing a packet. The number of discs can be misleading when you switch brands or sizes. The low candy portion is a FODMAP reference, not evidence of a digestive treatment benefit or a rating for other hawthorn products.
Gut-friendly ways to eat haw flakes / hawthorn candy
Weigh a small stack onto a plate before eating rather than using the packet size as one serving. If serving alongside other snacks, note their amounts separately. For another fruit-based preparation, compare fruit leather, which has a different group pattern and no listed low portion. Do not transfer the candy amount to dried fruit just because both use the hawthorn name.
Frequently asked questions
How many haw flakes are low FODMAP?
The 10 g reference is described as four large or twelve small flakes. Use weight if your flakes differ.
What happens at 16 g and 19 g?
Fructans are moderate at 16 g and high at 19 g; the other displayed groups stay low.
Is hawthorn candy the same as dried hawthorn?
No. The dried fruit and candy have separate preparation and portion records.
Does a low candy portion establish a medicinal dose?
No. This food guide does not establish a therapeutic effect or a dose for hawthorn supplements or extracts.
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