Zucchini (courgette): FODMAP, histamine, lactose and gluten

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

FODMAP

The FODMAP content of Zucchini (courgette) is classified as low.

Sources: Ferjančič B, Korošec M, Kočevar Baloh A, Bertoncelj J. Fructan content in most commonly consumed Slovenian foods and estimation of daily fructan consumption. Front Nutr. 2024;11:1446771. doi:10.3389/fnut.2024.1446771 — zucchina/courgette: fruttani 0,01±0,00 g/100g p.f.

Histamine

The histamine/biogenic amine content of Zucchini (courgette) is considered low (0-3 intensity scale).

Sources: Sánchez-Pérez S, Comas-Basté O, Veciana-Nogués MT, Latorre-Moratalla ML, Vidal-Carou MC. Biogenic Amines in Plant-Origin Foods: Are They Frequently Underestimated in Low-Histamine Diets? Foods. 2018;7(12):205. doi:10.3390/foods7120205 — istamina non rilevata (nd) in 41 campioni analizzati

Lactose and gluten

Lactose is not naturally present in Zucchini (courgette). Gluten is not naturally present in Zucchini (courgette).

Notes

categoria: Verdure | Classificazione FODMAP basata solo sul contenuto di fruttani riportato in letteratura indipendente (non copre GOS/polioli).

Frequently asked questions

What is the FODMAP level of Zucchini (courgette)?
The FODMAP level of Zucchini (courgette) is low.
What is the histamine content of Zucchini (courgette)?
The histamine content of Zucchini (courgette) is low, according to the cited source.
Is lactose naturally present in Zucchini (courgette)?
No, lactose is not naturally present in Zucchini (courgette).
Is gluten naturally present in Zucchini (courgette)?
No, gluten is not naturally present in Zucchini (courgette).

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