Sorghum: FODMAP, histamine, lactose and gluten

Here is what the scientific sources say about Sorghum for people managing sensitivities to FODMAP, histamine, gluten and lactose.

FODMAP

The FODMAP content of Sorghum is classified as moderate.

Sources: Alowo J, et al. Front Nutr. 2025;12:1520510 (PMC11932858) — sorgo crudo: FODMAP totali 1.05 g/100g (glucosio 0.14, fruttosio 0.34, GOS totali 0.22, FOS totali 0.63 g/100g), classificato dagli autori come 'FODMAP moderato-alto'. Il maltaggio riduce il fruttosio in eccesso del 79.4%.

Lactose and gluten

Lactose is not naturally present in Sorghum. Gluten is not naturally present in Sorghum.

Notes

categoria: Cereali e amidi | La fonte classifica il sorgo crudo come 'moderato-alto'; riportato qui come 'moderato' in modo conservativo ma con contenuto totale di FODMAP tra i più elevati dei cereali analizzati nello stesso studio. Il valore si riferisce al chicco crudo non trasformato.

Frequently asked questions

What is the FODMAP level of Sorghum?
The FODMAP level of Sorghum is moderate.
Is lactose naturally present in Sorghum?
No, lactose is not naturally present in Sorghum.
Is gluten naturally present in Sorghum?
No, gluten is not naturally present in Sorghum.

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