Shiitake
Shiitake is high in FODMAPs and Sorbitol. It has low levels of Histamine, Tyramine and Salicylate. If you're sensitive to any of these, check it against your profile before eating.
Intolerances
- FODMAPsHigh
mushrooms are high in FODMAP from mannitol, a polyol. Canned and well-drained mushrooms are lower in FODMAP than fresh, as some mannitol leaches out.
- SorbitolHigh
- Histamine (+liberators / DAO inhibitors)Low
- TyramineLow
- SalicylateLow
- SucroseNone
- LactoseNone
- OligosaccharidesNone
- FructoseNone
- NickelNone
- OxalatesNone
- GlutenNo
Intolerance levels are based on our documented scientific sources. See sources →
Note about this food
Mushrooms can be high in histamine or act as histamine liberators, especially when aged or improperly stored.
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Frequently asked questions
Which intolerances does shiitake affect?
shiitake is notable for FODMAPs, Sorbitol, Histamine, Tyramine and Salicylate.
Does shiitake contain FODMAPs?
Yes — shiitake is high in FODMAPs. mushrooms are high in FODMAP from mannitol, a polyol. Canned and well-drained mushrooms are lower in FODMAP than fresh, as some mannitol leaches out.
Does shiitake contain Sorbitol?
Yes — shiitake is high in Sorbitol.
Does shiitake contain Histamine?
shiitake contains only low levels of Histamine.
Does shiitake contain Tyramine?
shiitake contains only low levels of Tyramine. Amounts vary by brand and recipe, so always check the label of the exact product.