Pomelo (Raw)
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Raw pomelo is low FODMAP at 250 g in the checked app entry. At 283 g the rating is moderate; at 425 g it is high. Larger portions change the fructose result, and the largest listed portion also has moderate fructans.
Serving sizes for pomelo (raw)
The app labels 250 g as one medium pomelo and 425 g as about 1¾ medium; 283 g has no household measure shown. Real fruit size varies considerably, so the gram reference is more useful than assuming every purchased pomelo equals one serving.
Tested serving sizes
| Serving | Amount | Main FODMAP | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 medium | 250 g | Fructans 0.06 g | |
| 283 g portion | 283 g | Fructans 0.07 g | |
| 1 3/4 medium | 425 g | Fructose 0.15 g |
Breakdown for 250 g
Is pomelo (raw) low FODMAP?
The green portion shows all six groups in green. At the middle weight, fructose alone is amber. At the high reference, fructose is red while fructans are amber; the remaining four groups stay green. This is a more precise description than calling every group high.
Pomelo (Raw) and IBS: what to know
FODMAP suitability does not address medicine interactions. The FDA notes that pomelos may interact with medicines in a similar way to grapefruit. If your medicine carries a grapefruit warning, avoid pomelo too and ask your pharmacist or prescriber for advice; a green FODMAP result does not override that guidance.
Gut-friendly ways to eat pomelo (raw)
Use the edible fruit portion for a snack or divide it among individual salad bowls. Keep dressings and other fruit separate when assessing the dish. Imperial mandarin and peeled cumquats have their own entries rather than a shared citrus allowance.
Frequently asked questions
Is pomelo juice covered by this entry?
No. The checked preparation is raw fruit, not juice, concentrate or a sweetened drink.
Does the largest portion have only fructose?
Fructose is high and fructans are moderate at that reference. Keeping both group colours visible helps avoid an oversimplified explanation.
Can this guide tell me whether pomelo is safe with my prescription?
No. Follow your medication information and professional advice. The FDA precaution is separate from the fruit's FODMAP assessment.
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Sources and editorial notes
- Monash University FODMAP Diet App
Monash University FODMAP Diet app entry “Pomelo, raw” checked directly on 27 September 2026. The portion weights, traffic-light ratings and FODMAP groups discussed here were verified in matching detail panels. Numerical FODMAP concentration estimates elsewhere in the catalogue were not validated by this check.
- FDA: Grapefruit Juice and Some Drugs Don't Mix
Checked 27 September 2026. The FDA identifies pomelos as potentially having grapefruit-like medicine interactions and advises avoiding these fruits when a medicine interacts with grapefruit. This precaution is separate from FODMAP portion testing.