These vegetables contain fiber and a type of carbohydrate called raffinose, which is hard to digest.
These vegetables are high in fructans, a type of fermentable fiber that can cause bloating, gas, and cramping in people with sensitive digestive systems, particularly in those with IBS.
Beans and legumes contain oligosaccharides, a type of carbohydrate that is poorly absorbed in the small intestine and fermented by bacteria in the large intestine, leading to bloating, gas, and discomfort.
Asparagus contains inulin, a prebiotic fiber that is difficult for some people to digest. This can lead to gas, bloating, and diarrhea in sensitive individuals.
Like asparagus, artichokes are high in inulin, which can cause digestive distress in people with sensitive bowels, leading to bloating and gas.
These greens contain oxalates and fiber, which can irritate the digestive tract in some people, especially if eaten in large quantities.