Chia Seeds

TLDRLast updated 21 September 2026

Dried white chia seeds: 30 g is low FODMAP; 37 g is moderate FODMAP; 42 g is high FODMAP. Dried black chia seeds: 30 g is low FODMAP; 37 g is moderate FODMAP; 44 g is high FODMAP.

Last updated 21 September 2026

Serving sizes for chia seeds

Dried white chia seeds: 30 g is low FODMAP; 37 g is moderate FODMAP; 42 g is high FODMAP. Dried black chia seeds: 30 g is low FODMAP; 37 g is moderate FODMAP; 44 g is high FODMAP.

Low
24 gabout 1.6 tablespoons

Tested serving sizes

Tested serving sizes for Chia Seeds and their Gut Friendly rating
ServingAmountMain FODMAPRating
24 g portion24 gFructans 0.02 gLow
2 tablespoons30 gFructans 0.03 gLow
37 g portion37 gFructans 0.1 gModerate
42 g portion42 gFructans 0.3 gAvoid
44 g portion44 gFructans 0.3 gAvoid

Breakdown for 24 g

0gFructose
0gLactose
0.02gFructans
0gGOS
0gSorbitol
0gMannitol
24 gabout 1.6 tablespoons

Is chia seeds low FODMAP?

Dried white chia seeds: At 30 g, all listed FODMAP components are low. At 37 g, fructans are moderate. At 42 g, fructans are high. Dried black chia seeds: At 30 g, all listed FODMAP components are low. At 37 g, fructans are moderate. At 44 g, fructans are high.

Chia Seeds and IBS: what to know

Serving ratings depend on the amount and the preparation. The portions here describe Dried white chia seeds and Dried black chia seeds.

Gut-friendly ways to eat chia seeds

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Frequently asked questions

What are the FODMAP serving sizes for Chia Seeds?

Dried white chia seeds: 30 g is low FODMAP; 37 g is moderate FODMAP; 42 g is high FODMAP. Dried black chia seeds: 30 g is low FODMAP; 37 g is moderate FODMAP; 44 g is high FODMAP.

Do these portions apply to other preparations?

These values describe Dried white chia seeds and Dried black chia seeds. Use the corresponding food entry for a different variety, preparation or product.

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