High FODMAP
Date Bar
Trigger range at the portion shown below.
CategorySweets & Desserts
Date Bar and the low FODMAP diet
Date bars combine wheat flour, oats, and chopped dates pressed together into a dense, chewy confection. Dates contain high levels of fructose and sorbitol that quickly exceed daily thresholds. The wheat flour base adds fructans that compound the overall fermentable carbohydrate load. This combination frequently triggers rapid digestive discomfort for individuals following a strict protocol. Careful fruit substitution or complete avoidance is recommended during elimination.
Listed portion
No safe serving size
Portion size can change a FODMAP result. Treat this as the context for the range—not a personal tolerance guarantee.
FODMAP groups
Group information helps organize reintroduction challenges and possible stacking.
What can change the result?
The high fructose and sorbitol levels in dates make this bar a major trigger during elimination phases. You can safely recreate this treat by substituting dates with low-FODMAP dried fruits like pineapple or coconut. Always verify the crust does not contain hidden honey or high-fructose corn syrup that increases fermentation. Store date bars refrigerated, as chilled temperatures help maintain texture and prevent sticky caramelization.
About Date Bar
Is Date Bar low FODMAP?
Date Bar is currently listed as high FODMAP in this database. The result should be read with the listed portion: No safe serving size.
Does portion size matter?
Yes. FODMAP load depends on quantity and can also be affected by other foods eaten in the same meal.
Can everyone with IBS tolerate it?
No food result predicts individual tolerance. A dietitian can help interpret symptoms, portions, and reintroduction challenges.
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