Butter

Dairy · Cream Butter

TLDRLast updated 22 September 2026

Plain butter: 20 g is low FODMAP; 143 g is moderate FODMAP.

Last updated 22 September 2026

Serving sizes for butter

Plain butter: 20 g is low FODMAP; 143 g is moderate FODMAP.

Low

1 tablespoonabout 20 g

Tested serving sizes

Tested serving sizes for Butter and their Gut Friendly rating
Serving	Amount	Main FODMAP	Rating
1 tablespoon	20 g	Lactose 0.07 g	Low
143 g portion	143 g	Lactose 0.5 g	Moderate

Breakdown for 1 tablespoon

0gFructose

0.07gLactose

0gFructans

0gGOS

0gSorbitol

0gMannitol

1 tablespoonabout 20 g

Is butter low FODMAP?

At 20 g, all six listed components are low. At 143 g: lactose moderate. Other listed components are low. Low ratings do not establish zero component content.

Butter and IBS: what to know

Use the matching preparation and portion amount. Low FODMAP describes FODMAP content; it does not establish an unlimited or recommended intake.

Gut-friendly ways to eat butter

A 20 g portion (1 tablespoon) is low FODMAP; 143 g is moderate. These portions apply to plain butter. Weigh larger portions for an accurate amount.

Frequently asked questions

What are the FODMAP serving sizes?

Plain butter: 20 g is low FODMAP; 143 g is moderate FODMAP.

How should I measure the portion?

A 20 g portion (1 tablespoon) is low FODMAP; 143 g is moderate. These portions apply to plain butter. Weigh larger portions for an accurate amount.

Do these portions apply to every preparation?

Use the entry that matches the ingredients and preparation. Fat level, added flavours, lactose removal and other ingredients can distinguish products.