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Wholemeal flour

Grains & Starches

Often contains: Wheat, Gluten.

Packaged or made-up food — may contain other allergens not listed here.

Allergen info is a guide only — always read the actual product label.

GASP score by preparation (lower is gentler · 0–10)· per 30 g serving
PreparationGasBindingOverall
As served / plainusual3.83.96.2
Flavour
1.5
Bland
BlandBam
Nutrition (how nutrient-dense)
Nutritious

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Alternatives for wholemeal flour, ranked three ways. Tap any ingredient to learn what it is.

Closest matchprocessed form · confidence B

White flour or rice flour

Keeps the flavour and texture as close to the original as possible.

Wholemeal flour carries more wheat fructan and bran residue; white flour (less bran) or low-FODMAP rice flour are gentler.

Combined load for these items is 2.6 vs 6.2 for wholemeal flour — about 3.6 points lower.

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Scores are modelled estimates, not medical advice. Everyone's gut is different, and tolerance changes over time. Reintroduce foods one at a time, and follow your own medical team's advice.