Honey

Sweeteners · Syrups

TLDRLast updated 6 October 2026

Honey: the low FODMAP reference is 4 g. This is the generic honey reference. Clover and avocado honeys have different portion ladders; do not transfer the generic amounts to them.

Serving sizes for honey

Honey: 4 g low, 6 g moderate, 28 g high. Use the stated preparation and unit.

Low

4 gabout 0.14 tablespoons

FructoseLow

LactoseLow

FructansLow

GOSLow

SorbitolLow

MannitolLow

Reference portions

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Reference portions for Honey and their FODMAP ratings
Serving	Amount	FODMAP rating
1/2 teaspoon
3/4 teaspoon
1 tablespoon

Is honey low FODMAP?

The references for honey are 4 g low, 6 g moderate, 28 g high. They are comparison portions, not exact transition cutoffs or personal tolerance limits.

Honey and IBS: what to know

For honey, keep the exact form and amount in mind. Portion size and preparation affect how food references should be compared. Monash: FODMAP questions and food preparation. This public source supplies background, not verification of the numerical table.

Gut-friendly ways to eat honey

This is the generic honey reference. Clover and avocado honeys have different portion ladders; do not transfer the generic amounts to them. Compare Clover Honey, Avocado Honey. These guides describe their own preparations and portions.

Frequently asked questions

What is the FODMAP portion for honey?

Honey: 4 g low, 6 g moderate, 28 g high. These values apply to honey.

How should I measure or check honey?

This is the generic honey reference. Clover and avocado honeys have different portion ladders; do not transfer the generic amounts to them.

Which other guides are useful when comparing honey?

Compare Clover Honey, Avocado Honey. These guides describe their own preparations and portions.

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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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