Sunflower Seeds

TLDRLast updated 21 September 2026

Hulled sunflower seeds: 15 g is low FODMAP; 17 g is moderate FODMAP; 30 g is high FODMAP.

Last updated 21 September 2026

Serving sizes for sunflower seeds

Hulled sunflower seeds: 15 g is low FODMAP; 17 g is moderate FODMAP; 30 g is high FODMAP.

Avoid
2 tablespoonsabout 30 g

Tested serving sizes

Tested serving sizes for Sunflower Seeds and their Gut Friendly rating
ServingAmountMain FODMAPRating
2 tablespoons30 gGOS 0.3 gAvoid
15 g portion15 gFructans 0.05 gLow
17 g portion17 gGOS 0.1 gModerate

Breakdown for 2 tablespoons

0gFructose
0gLactose
0.1gFructans
0.3gGOS
0gSorbitol
0gMannitol
2 tablespoonsabout 30 g

Is sunflower seeds low FODMAP?

At 15 g, all listed FODMAP components are low. At 17 g, GOS is moderate. At 30 g, fructans are moderate; GOS is high.

Sunflower Seeds and IBS: what to know

Serving ratings depend on the amount and the preparation. The portions here describe Hulled sunflower seeds.

Gut-friendly ways to eat sunflower seeds

Measure the portion in grams. For a shared recipe, divide the total ingredient amount by the number of portions. Use the matching entry for a different preparation or product.

Frequently asked questions

What are the FODMAP serving sizes for Sunflower Seeds?

Hulled sunflower seeds: 15 g is low FODMAP; 17 g is moderate FODMAP; 30 g is high FODMAP.

Do these portions apply to other preparations?

These values describe Hulled sunflower seeds. Use the corresponding food entry for a different variety, preparation or product.

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Ratings based on published FODMAP research. Gut Friendly provides general information, not medical advice.