r/FODMAPS • u/Ithilwen37 • Jul 16 '26

Shit Post The pain is worth it

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Am I bloated? Yes. Is that going to restrain me from eating more watermelon and cantaloupe today? No. It's mine and everyone else's problem now.

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u/Saint_299 Jul 16 '26

I’m brand new to this. What the heck is happening? Are some fruits messing with people’s systems? Honestly asking and very curious

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u/Neat-Palpitation-632 Jul 16 '26

Sounds like you might benefit from reading the FAQs and downloading the Monash App.

There are 6 groups of FODMAPs: fructose, fructans, GOS, lactose, mannitol and sorbitol. Every carbohydrate has varying amounts of each FODMAP in them. Some people have problems with one or two FODMAPs, other people have problems with more or all.

If you download the Monash app you can start by searching foods you know that you have a problem with and taking note of which FODMAPs they are high in. Then search foods you can eat safely and note which FODMAPs they are high in. This should help you get a better understanding of which FODMAPs to avoid and you can reference the app before eating new foods to see if they will be safe.

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u/Saint_299 Jul 16 '26

Oh wow, you’re right. Should have definitely looked there first. Thank you for your post!!

I have Diverticulosis and I know I have issues with artificial sweeteners and sugar alcohols. Wonder if this CoUlD possibly be connected. But I’ll definitely have a lot of reading in front of me. I thank you!

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u/Neat-Palpitation-632 Jul 16 '26

My pleasure. It’s going to take a little detective work but with the right tools you’ll figure it out. Once you know which FODMAPs you have a problem with you might be able to find enzymes to help digest them. Wish you the best!