Low-FODMAP Dairy Alternatives Guide

17 items classified under standard Low-FODMAP guidelines.

Low-FODMAP classifies foods based on fermentable carbohydrate content (FODMAPs). Of the 17 dairy alternatives evaluated, 6 are classified as Allowed, 11 as Limited, and 0 as Not Allowed.

Quick Reference

Food Status Calories (per 100g)
Almond Milk Allowed 20kcal
Canned Coconut Milk Allowed 197kcal
Coconut Milk Allowed 31kcal
Lite Coconut Milk Allowed 31kcal
Rice Milk Allowed 47kcal
Unsweetened Almond Milk Allowed 15kcal
Almond Milk Creamer Limited 20kcal
Canned Coconut Cream Limited 357kcal
Cashew Milk Limited 609kcal
Coconut Cream Limited 357kcal
Coconut Creamer Limited 895kcal
Coconut Yogurt Limited 895kcal
Flavored Almond Milk Limited 50kcal
Flavored Coconut Yogurt Limited 92kcal
Hemp Milk Limited 446kcal
Plain Coconut Yogurt Limited 66kcal
Soy Milk Limited 64kcal

Classification Breakdown

6 Allowed — These dairy alternatives are low enough in fermentable carbohydrates to fit a Monash low-FODMAP serving. 11 Limited — These items have tolerated in small portions but high-FODMAP at larger ones.

Low-FODMAP is a temporary diagnostic protocol — almost no food is universally banned, thresholds are dose-dependent.

Allowed Dairy Alternatives (6)

Almond Milk

Allowed

With 20kcal calories per 100g, Almond Milk earns a Allowed classification on Low-FODMAP. This means it is low enough in fermentable carbohydrates to fit a Monash low-FODMAP serving. Among the 17 items in this category, almond milk sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Almond Milk Creamer at 20kcal.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

VariantCaloriesProteinFatCarbsFiber
Unsweetened15kcal0.6g1.2g0.3g0g
Sweetened30kcal0.5g1.2g4.3g0g

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Canned Coconut Milk

Allowed

At 197kcal calories per 100g, Canned Coconut Milk falls into the Allowed category under Low-FODMAP guidelines. It is low enough in fermentable carbohydrates to fit a Monash low-FODMAP serving. Beyond the primary classification, canned coconut milk also provides 21.3g fat per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Flavored Coconut Yogurt and Canned Coconut Cream for calories, ranking 11 of 17.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

197kcalCalories
2gProtein
21.3gFat
2.8gCarbs
Fiber

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Coconut Milk

Allowed

Coconut Milk is classified as Allowed on Low-FODMAP, with 31kcal calories per 100g. This means it is low enough in fermentable carbohydrates to fit a Monash low-FODMAP serving. Among the 17 items in this category, coconut milk sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Lite Coconut Milk at 31kcal.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

VariantCaloriesProteinFatCarbsFiber
Canned (full-fat)357kcal1.2g16.3g53.2g0.2g
Carton (beverage)31kcal0.2g2.1g2.9g0g

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Lite Coconut Milk

Allowed

At 31kcal calories per 100g, Lite Coconut Milk falls into the Allowed category under Low-FODMAP guidelines. This means it is low enough in fermentable carbohydrates to fit a Monash low-FODMAP serving. Within this category, it falls between Coconut Milk and Rice Milk for calories, ranking 5 of 17.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

31kcalCalories
0.2gProtein
2.1gFat
2.9gCarbs
0gFiber

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Rice Milk

Allowed

At 47kcal calories per 100g, Rice Milk falls into the Allowed category under Low-FODMAP guidelines. This means it is low enough in fermentable carbohydrates to fit a Monash low-FODMAP serving. Within this category, it falls between Lite Coconut Milk and Flavored Almond Milk for calories, ranking 6 of 17.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

47kcalCalories
0.3gProtein
1gFat
9.2gCarbs
0.3gFiber

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Unsweetened Almond Milk

Allowed

Unsweetened Almond Milk is classified as Allowed on Low-FODMAP, with 15kcal calories per 100g. This means it is low enough in fermentable carbohydrates to fit a Monash low-FODMAP serving. Among the 17 items in this category, unsweetened almond milk sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Almond Milk at 20kcal.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

15kcalCalories
0.4gProtein
1gFat
1.3gCarbs
0.2gFiber

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Limited Dairy Alternatives (11)

Almond Milk Creamer

Limited

With 20kcal calories per 100g, Almond Milk Creamer earns a Limited classification on Low-FODMAP. This means it is tolerated in small portions but high-FODMAP at larger ones. Among the 17 items in this category, almond milk creamer sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Coconut Milk at 31kcal. Portion control is key here — a small amount may fit within the diet's parameters, while a full serving may not.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

20kcalCalories
0.5gProtein
1.2gFat
1.5gCarbs
0gFiber

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Canned Coconut Cream

Limited

At 357kcal calories per 100g, Canned Coconut Cream falls into the Limited category under Low-FODMAP guidelines. The classification reflects that it is tolerated in small portions but high-FODMAP at larger ones. Nutritionally, it also delivers 16.3g fat per serving. Within this category, it falls between Canned Coconut Milk and Coconut Cream for calories, ranking 12 of 17. Check the label carefully: the same product can be compliant or not depending on the specific brand or how it was prepared.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

357kcalCalories
1.2gProtein
16.3gFat
53.2gCarbs
0.2gFiber

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Cashew Milk

Limited

Cashew Milk is classified as Limited on Low-FODMAP, with 609kcal calories per 100g. This means it is tolerated in small portions but high-FODMAP at larger ones. It also contains 12.1g protein and 53g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Hemp Milk at 446kcal. The "Limited" label means the classification depends on specific conditions — portion size, brand formulation, or preparation method can shift it from compliant to non-compliant.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

609kcalCalories
12.1gProtein
53gFat
30.3gCarbs
3gFiber

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Coconut Cream

Limited

At 357kcal calories per 100g, Coconut Cream falls into the Limited category under Low-FODMAP guidelines. The classification reflects that it is tolerated in small portions but high-FODMAP at larger ones. Nutritionally, it also delivers 16.3g fat per serving. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Canned Coconut Cream at 357kcal. Check the label carefully: the same product can be compliant or not depending on the specific brand or how it was prepared.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

357kcalCalories
1.2gProtein
16.3gFat
53.2gCarbs
0.2gFiber

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Coconut Creamer

Limited

At 895kcal calories per 100g, Coconut Creamer falls into the Limited category under Low-FODMAP guidelines. It is tolerated in small portions but high-FODMAP at larger ones. Beyond the primary classification, coconut creamer also provides 99.1g fat per 100g. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Cashew Milk at 609kcal. The "Limited" label means the classification depends on specific conditions — portion size, brand formulation, or preparation method can shift it from compliant to non-compliant.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

895kcalCalories
0gProtein
99.1gFat
0.8gCarbs
0gFiber

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Coconut Yogurt

Limited

With 895kcal calories per 100g, Coconut Yogurt earns a Limited classification on Low-FODMAP. This means it is tolerated in small portions but high-FODMAP at larger ones. It also contains 99.1g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Coconut Creamer at 895kcal. The "Limited" label means the classification depends on specific conditions — portion size, brand formulation, or preparation method can shift it from compliant to non-compliant.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

895kcalCalories
0gProtein
99.1gFat
0.8gCarbs
0gFiber

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Flavored Almond Milk

Limited

At 50kcal calories per 100g, Flavored Almond Milk falls into the Limited category under Low-FODMAP guidelines. This means it is tolerated in small portions but high-FODMAP at larger ones. Within this category, it falls between Rice Milk and Soy Milk for calories, ranking 7 of 17. Portion control is key here — a small amount may fit within the diet's parameters, while a full serving may not.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

50kcalCalories
0.6gProtein
1.3gFat
9.4gCarbs
0.4gFiber

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Flavored Coconut Yogurt

Limited

At 92kcal calories per 100g, Flavored Coconut Yogurt falls into the Limited category under Low-FODMAP guidelines. It is tolerated in small portions but high-FODMAP at larger ones. Beyond the primary classification, flavored coconut yogurt also provides 8.1g protein per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Plain Coconut Yogurt and Canned Coconut Milk for calories, ranking 10 of 17. The "Limited" label means the classification depends on specific conditions — portion size, brand formulation, or preparation method can shift it from compliant to non-compliant.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

92kcalCalories
8.1gProtein
1.7gFat
11gCarbs
0.5gFiber

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Hemp Milk

Limited

With 446kcal calories per 100g, Hemp Milk earns a Limited classification on Low-FODMAP. This means it is tolerated in small portions but high-FODMAP at larger ones. It also contains 7.6g protein and 13.8g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Coconut Cream at 357kcal. Portion control is key here — a small amount may fit within the diet's parameters, while a full serving may not.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

446kcalCalories
7.6gProtein
13.8gFat
71.7gCarbs
3.4gFiber

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Plain Coconut Yogurt

Limited

Plain Coconut Yogurt is classified as Limited on Low-FODMAP, with 66kcal calories per 100g. This means it is tolerated in small portions but high-FODMAP at larger ones. Within this category, it falls between Soy Milk and Flavored Coconut Yogurt for calories, ranking 9 of 17. The "Limited" label means the classification depends on specific conditions — portion size, brand formulation, or preparation method can shift it from compliant to non-compliant.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

66kcalCalories
2.6gProtein
1.8gFat
9.7gCarbs
0.4gFiber

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Soy Milk

Limited

At 64kcal calories per 100g, Soy Milk falls into the Limited category under Low-FODMAP guidelines. This means it is tolerated in small portions but high-FODMAP at larger ones. Within this category, it falls between Flavored Almond Milk and Plain Coconut Yogurt for calories, ranking 8 of 17. Portion control is key here — a small amount may fit within the diet's parameters, while a full serving may not.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

64kcalCalories
3.4gProtein
2gFat
8.3gCarbs
0.1gFiber

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