Question 1

Are marshmallows healthy to eat?

Accepted Answer

No, they are not necessarily healthy to eat as marshmallows have 159 calories, 40.65 g carbs, 0.1 g fat, and 0.9 g protein and are considered to be high sugar. A higher sugar dietary intake have been linked to more negative health impacts, particularly with cardiovascular health and obesity.

Question 2

What marshmallows are low in FODMAP?

Accepted Answer

It depends on the ingredients in the marshmallows, and usually they are considered to be moderate or high FODMAP in larger servings. Keeping a serving of marshmallows to be under 90g is important, especially if you are sensitive to fructans.

Question 3

What are the disadvantages of eating marshmallows?

Accepted Answer

A cup of marshmallows contain almost 29g of sugar without any fiber or fat to buffer the amount of sugar you are consuming. This means that is may be easy to overeat, and may also contain polyols and other sweeteners that contain ingredients that may worsen bloating, gas, abdominal discomfort, or even laxative effects in sensitive people.

Question 4

Are marshmallows considered junk food?

Accepted Answer

Yes, marshmallows are generally considered junk food. As they are a sugar based confection, with almost no fiber, protein and no fat, they are high in carbs, which falls under the category of sweets and sugary foods.

Question 5

Is marshmallow good for IBS sufferers?

Accepted Answer

No. It is high in carbs (40.6g), which is fermentable, thus being unsuitable for those with IBS.

Food	Unit	Calories	Carbs	Protein	Fat
	1 oz	112 Cal	27.83 g	0 g	0.06 g
	10 small	41 Cal

Food	Unit	Calories	Carbs	Protein	Fat
	1 oz	112 Cal	27.83 g	0 g	0.06 g
	10 small	41 Cal

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