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Foods that cause bloating/Bread

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Does bread cause bloating?

Short answer

Wheat fructans and portion are strong suspectsWheat bread contains fructans. Long fermentation can reduce them, which helps explain why some people tolerate true sourdough better.
FODMAP readVaries

Wheat and rye breads can be high in fructans; process and portion change the load.

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Two ways it can happen

  1. 01

    Fructans can reach the colon and feed gas production in people with a sensitive gut.

  2. 02

    Bread meals often add onion, garlic, soft cheese or a large overall portion.

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Portion changes the test

One slice and a thick sandwich may fall on opposite sides of your threshold.

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Run a clean meal test

Compare the same sandwich filling on long-fermented spelt sourdough and your normal wheat bread.

Use the free 7-day food diary

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Check the rest of the meal

Does gluten cause bloating?Wheat fructans may be the real suspectDoes cheese cause bloating?Fresh cheese and aged cheese differDo onions cause bloating?Onions are rich in fructans

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Sources and scope

We use these references for the general digestive mechanisms on this page. Food tolerance still depends on your portion, preparation and health history.

This page provides general information, not a diagnosis. Talk to a clinician about severe or persistent bloating, vomiting, blood in your stool, fever or unexplained weight loss. Ask about celiac testing before removing gluten from your diet.