Frias FODMAP Friendly range

Several of our products are now certified by FODMAP Friendly. This means they contain low levels of FODMAPs and can be used in the treatment of IBS in consultation with a dietitian.

What is FODMAP?

FODMAP (Fermentable Oligo-, Di-, and Monosaccharides and Polyols) are short-chain carbohydrates. For people with IBS, these are poorly absorbed and ferment in the gut, which affects fluid balance and leads to gas formation. This, in turn, can cause digestive problems and the classic symptoms of IBS.

FODMAP is divided into four categories:

Monosaccharides, for example fructose: fruit sugar found in some fruits and vegetables, e.g. mango, and in honey
Disaccharides, for example lactose: milk sugar, found in dairy products from cow, sheep and goat
Oligosaccharides: dietary fiber found in, among other things, peas, beans, lentils, onion, garlic, wheat, barley, rye, beets, and artichoke
Sugar alcohols: sweeteners in chewing gum and throat lozenges, which are also found naturally in, among other things, avocado and mushrooms

What does the FODMAP Friendly certification mean?

The FODMAP dietary treatment was originally developed at Monash University in Australia. One of the founders of the treatment later started FODMAP Friendly, an Australian company. FODMAP Friendly is a globally registered certification trademark designed to help people with IBS who follow a low-FODMAP diet easily identify products that fit the diet. FODMAP Friendly has analyzed our products and granted us the certification.

Having products certified by FODMAP Friendly means they have been analyzed for fructose, oligosaccharides, sugar alcohols, and lactose. Products that meet the requirements for low FODMAP content in the analysis may carry the FODMAP Friendly logo.

Of course, several dietary factors besides FODMAP can affect the stomach and intestines, such as meal timing, portion size, fiber content, sugar content, and fat content. That is why we recommend following the FODMAP diet in consultation with a dietitian.

Frias FODMAP Friendly range

Below you can read more about which of our products have been certified by FODMAP Friendly.

We will gradually label certified products with the FODMAP Friendly logo. Frias FODMAP Friendly range is also highlighted in green in the BellyBalance app.