We have a series of shopping lists we’ve curated from some of your favorite supermarkets and online food purveyors, starting with the United States, and then expanding globally. As our Success Team grows to include more low FODMAP experienced RDNs around world we will keep adding new shopping lists curated by our team.
How We Decide Something Should Go On The List
First off, the person who is compiling the list is a licensed and practicing RDN – and they have undergone and been certfied through the Monash Low FODMAP Dietitian’s course.
They have been supporting clients as they undertake the low FODMAP diet, and in many cases, follow the diet themselves.
We then put the list through a review process where we double check everything and make decisions on whether we are comfortable suggesting an item may be considered suitable for trying as part of following a low FODMAP diet plan.
Secondly, we refer and defer to the Monash Low FODMAP Diet Smartphone App to make educated choices regarding the likelihood that a product or ingredient meets the requirements laid out in the app as it relates to the FODMAP levels of a particular item. For single ingredient items, this is straightforward (with a few minor exceptions – and we’ll note those).
For products that are made up of several ingredients or undergo a particular process (cooking, drying, curing, for example) we do what we are hoping to teach you to do – we read every ingredient and take what we’ve learned from Monash about that process and apply it.
You can learn more about how certain processes affect FODMAP levels in our series on this topic. In the case of an ingredient or process that we can’t get enough information about we reach out to the manufacturer and ask questions; if we don’t get sufficient answers or we feel particularly unsure, we don’t include it.
Please note! We reserve the right to make mistakes! If you believe we have – please just contact us and we’ll review the decision to include that item on a list.
These are not exhaustive lists – they are meant to give you a good head start on navigating the endless options out there with some guidance. See below on how you can help us build these lists.
What We are NOT Doing is Certifying a Product
We are NOT testing a product for FODMAP levels. There are currently only two low FODMAP certification programs in the world and they are slowly and systematically adding new ingredients and products almost weekly.
They bear either one of these icons and those products are the ones you can have absolute confidence in being considered officially “low FODMAP” at specific serving sizes.
But until every food in the world and every product in the world has undergone the lab test for FODMAP levels we believe it’s important we all have some broader possible options to ensure we are eating well and safely.
We Also Do Not Include Serving Size Amounts
We want you to work with with the Monash University Low FODMAP Smartphone app and if possible, your RDN. The information about the serving sizes is best found in the app as it is updated regularly and the level of detail needed to make appropriate decisions safeguarding your health is provided by the experts.
If there are any concerns with a specific food on any list, test a small portion when you are gut stable and when symptoms are under good control to assess your tolerance.
Please see article about FODMAP stacking when combining several foods with specified portions at the same meal.
How You Can Help Us
Most of the markets (brick and mortar and online) have an evolving and ever changing inventory, so it will never be possible to offer exhaustive lists. We also know that there are some scanner apps that have far more exhaustive lists available – including our friends at Spoonful App who have added all of our recipes to their app so you can seamlessly move between shopping and meal planning!
But some folks prefer to have a hard copy list in hand.
But for now we want to make this as easy as possible for all of us by providing a downloadable PDF you can keep on your phone or print out and refer to for each of your favorite stores. We will update these along the way.
If you think a product may meet low FODMAP standards and we haven’t put it on the list please add it below in the comments section and we’ll do our best to research it and make a decision to add or not to that list. Be sure to include what store or online store you saw it in and provide the exact product name with as much detail as possible and the SKU, if you can.
If you think a product we have on the list does NOT meet low FODMAP standards please let us know as well, and why. Together let’s help each other continue to eat well and feel well.
And Remember; Use Common Sense!
If you are unsure of any product or ingredient either forego it or try a small amount at first and wait a few days to see if you have a reaction or not. We are not promoting any product in these lists, nor providing medical advice. (See our Terms of Use Policy) And please, work with a low FODMAP diet savvy dietitian whenever possible! Need to find one? Check out our global list of RDNs who work with IBS clients and use the low FODMAP diet.
Links to Individual Shopping Lists
(as we develop them more links will be added)
Wish you could use an APP instead of a downloadable list?
Then read on:
Where do I click to get the list? I don’t see anywhere that says click for the list. The Trader Joes logo takes me back to the beginning.
skgrissom46@gmail.com
Hi Sharon,
So sorry you are having difficulty with the link. When I tested it, you click on the underlined term “Trader Joe’s- and not the logo- which is not linked- and it will bring you to the post with the Trader Joe’s Shopping List info and download. Scroll down in that post and the link is right there. Here is the direct link to that post https://www.fodmapeveryday.com/trader-joes-low-fodmap-shopping-list/. Let us know if you have any further problems! And we hope you enjoy the list!
Hello!!
Thank you SO much for the lists. I am fairly new to the fodmap world and still trying to get the hang of it and manage everything..I was just curious if there are ever updates to the lists (specifically interested in Trader Joe’s and Whole Foods) as new products come out/seasons change?! Thank you so much!
Hi Hollie, the lists are fairly new for us and we do try and update them, although I am sure you can imagine what a herculean task this was to begin with! Our Success Team RD Vanessa Cobarrubia reviewed every single item and we will do our best to stay on top of it. To keep it orderly we might do in quarterly, but we have not made a definitive decision as of yet. Thank you so much for your interest and happy shopping!
Hello! I’m new to having to do low fodmap and trying to figure out if my coffee creamer meets the qualifications. Are you able to help? I use the Califia Pecan Caramel Almondmilk Creamer and these are the ingredients they list: Almondmilk (Water, Almonds), Pure Cane Sugar, Coconut Cream, Natural Flavors, Sunflower Lecithin, Calcium Carbonate, Sea Salt, Potassium Citrate, Locust Bean Gum, Gellan Gum.
Thanks so much!
Hi Erica,
Califia Pecan Caramel Almondmilk Creamer is low FODMAP. I enjoy this creamer as well and use it often. Thanks for reaching out.
Any idea if you will ever do a target or vons shopping list
We have a Coles list up next for Australia. The next for US that has been discussed was COSTCO, but that is not set in stone. Perhaps when we finish the Coles list we will set up a survey on Facebook and social media. They are very time consuming but we do understand how worthwhile they are and we are taking as many as we can one at a time. Thank you for your input!
Do you happen to have Kroger’s on your list of stores? Unfortunately I live in a small town with no Whole Foods or Trader Joe’s closer than 2 hrs away.
Hi Deanne, these lists are very labor intensive and we have been choosing stores that have the greatest traffic and accessibility to start. We have discussed Kroger’s, but we have not made a firm decision yet as to when we will do another store. Next up is Coles in Australia, which we are formatting now. BTW if you use one of our other large lists, like the WalMart list, you will learn a lot and very well be able to find many of the same products in your stores.
Are you going to make a list for Publix?
Hi, we have a list for Coles in Australia that is coming out next. The next US list is up for discussion. I encourage you to check out the WalMart list as it is extensive and there will be overlap.
Any word on when the Coles list might be ready. We’re really excited about it and can’t wait.
Hi Fran! – We are hoping by the first week or two in June. We had to put it on the back burner for other more pressing projects – and now are waiting on a few updates since we let it linger so long. We’ll put out a newsletter when it is up so if you are not yet signed up for the newsletter now would be a good time. And thanks for asking! It put a fire under my butt to get it finalized. – Warm regards, Robin
Are you considering doing a list or articles about what is available in Canada? Especially for Metro, Sobey’s or Loblaws (President’s Choice or Grest Canadian Superstore)?
Hi Marie, next up is Coles in Australia and after that we are not sure.
Where can I find the Walmart list
Hi Ann,
Just scroll to the bottom of the article and there are links to each of the individual shopping lists posts. On those posts are the links to the indvidual shopping list. – Let me know if you need any further assistance! And enjoy!
Looking forward to the Coles list in Australia 😀
We are working on it!
I would love a Vons/Pavillions and Sprouts list for US! Already bought the others 🙂
Thank you for weighing in!
Will uk supermarkets like sainsbury’s and asda be on the list at some point please
Hi Rachael, we are about to launch our Australian Coles list. Each list takes months to produce. It requires having a Monash trained RD to curate the lists and at this time we do not have a UK list in the pipeline. But we are glad you let us know your interest! Perhaps we will do a survey of our UK users. For now you can Download the Spoonful app, which now covers to UK. Make sure to follow their recommendations and use along with your Monash app.
I’m still waiting for Coles shopping list. When will be ready?
It is on our Downloads page.. And there is a link on this page as well if you scroll to the bottom of the page. And we have an entire post about it now at https://www.fodmapeveryday.com/coles-supermarket-low-fodmap-shopping-list/ Enjoy!
Thank you for everything so far!! It has changed so much for me. If possible, I would like to add Market Basket and Aldi to the list please.
Thank you Sheryl! We do not have plans for those markets at this time, but will consider them! In the meantime using the Spoonful App in conjunction with your Monash app will help!
Please post a Costco shopping list. Thank you!
Hi Cathy, I wish it were as easy as just getting it up there:) Our lists take months to create and many hours of calling manufacturers with questions to detail finer points. It is a lengthy and expensive task. At this time we do not have a Costco list in the works. We will take it to heart, as it has been requested before.
Thank you for your recommendations. With my IBS and GERD it’s difficult to maintain weight while on the FODMAP diet any suggestions? Can I have black beans as I need lots of protein.
Trisha
Hi Trisha, it sounds like you might not have the Monash University app, which we consider a must. You can easily look up black beans. They have a low FODMAP serving size of 40 g. As far as weight management is concerned, we have an article for you – and one on GERD.
I am vegetarian. Before I buy this list, is it just going to be a list of rice, potatoes and meat??
There are mostly prepared foods (canned, boxed etc.) What percentage is vegetarian I cannot vouch for. Which list were you looking at?