Low-FODMAP Dairy Guide

16 items classified under standard Low-FODMAP guidelines.

How do dairy fare on the Low-FODMAP diet? The answer depends on fermentable carbohydrate content (FODMAPs). This guide breaks down all 16 items in this category with their classification, nutritional data, and the reasoning behind each status.

Quick Reference

Food Status Calories (per 100g)
Brie Limited 334kcal
Buttermilk Limited 40kcal
Cheddar Limited 410kcal
Cheese Limited 295kcal
Cottage Cheese Limited 148kcal
Feta Limited 265kcal
Goat Cheese Limited 142kcal
Ice Cream Limited 237kcal
Mac and Cheese Limited 257kcal
Mozzarella Limited 141kcal
Parmesan Limited 370kcal
Ricotta Limited 150kcal
Swiss Cheese Limited 290kcal
Whipped Cream Limited 257kcal
Yogurt Limited 81kcal
Milk Not Allowed 52kcal

Classification Breakdown

15 Limited — These items have tolerated in small portions but high-FODMAP at larger ones. 1 Not Allowed — These are high in one or more FODMAP subgroups.

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

Limited Dairy (15)

Brie

Limited

With 334kcal calories per 100g, Brie earns a Limited classification on Low-FODMAP. It is tolerated in small portions but high-FODMAP at larger ones. Beyond the primary classification, brie also provides 20.8g protein and 27.7g fat per 100g. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Cheese at 295kcal. 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

334kcalCalories
20.8gProtein
27.7gFat
0.5gCarbs
0gFiber

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Buttermilk

Limited

At 40kcal calories per 100g, Buttermilk falls into the Limited category under Low-FODMAP guidelines. This means it is tolerated in small portions but high-FODMAP at larger ones. Among the 16 items in this category, buttermilk sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Milk at 52kcal. 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

40kcalCalories
3.3gProtein
0.9gFat
4.8gCarbs
0gFiber

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Cheddar

Limited

With 410kcal calories per 100g, Cheddar earns a Limited classification on Low-FODMAP. It is tolerated in small portions but high-FODMAP at larger ones. Beyond the primary classification, cheddar also provides 24.2g protein and 33.8g fat per 100g. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Parmesan at 370kcal. 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

410kcalCalories
24.2gProtein
33.8gFat
2.1gCarbs
0gFiber

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Cheese

Limited

At 295kcal calories per 100g, Cheese 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, cheese also provides 7.1g protein and 28.6g fat per 100g. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Swiss Cheese at 290kcal. 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

VariantCaloriesProteinFatCarbsFiber
Cheddar409kcal23.3g34g2.4g0g
Mozzarella299kcal22.2g22.1g2.4g0g
Swiss393kcal27g31g1.4g

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Cottage Cheese

Limited

At 148kcal calories per 100g, Cottage Cheese 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 11g protein and 9.7g fat per serving. Within this category, it falls between Goat Cheese and Ricotta for calories, ranking 6 of 16. 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

VariantCaloriesProteinFatCarbsFiber
Full-Fat (4%)103kcal11.6g4.2g4.6g0g
Low-Fat (1%)72kcal12.4g1g2.7g0g

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Feta

Limited

Feta is classified as Limited on Low-FODMAP, with 265kcal calories per 100g. This means it is tolerated in small portions but high-FODMAP at larger ones. It also contains 14.2g protein and 21.5g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Whipped Cream and Swiss Cheese for calories, ranking 11 of 16. 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

265kcalCalories
14.2gProtein
21.5gFat
3.9gCarbs
0gFiber

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Goat Cheese

Limited

Goat Cheese is classified as Limited on Low-FODMAP, with 142kcal calories per 100g. This means it is tolerated in small portions but high-FODMAP at larger ones. It also contains 26.9g protein and 392mg sodium, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Mozzarella and Cottage Cheese for calories, ranking 5 of 16. 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

142kcalCalories
26.9gProtein
3gFat
0gCarbs
0gFiber

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Ice Cream

Limited

Ice Cream is classified as Limited on Low-FODMAP, with 237kcal calories per 100g. This means it is tolerated in small portions but high-FODMAP at larger ones. It also contains 8.6g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Ricotta and Mac and Cheese for calories, ranking 8 of 16. 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

237kcalCalories
4.3gProtein
8.6gFat
37.1gCarbs
0gFiber

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Mac and Cheese

Limited

Mac and Cheese is classified as Limited on Low-FODMAP, with 257kcal calories per 100g. The classification reflects that it is tolerated in small portions but high-FODMAP at larger ones. Nutritionally, it also delivers 11.8g protein and 15g fat per serving. Within this category, it falls between Ice Cream and Whipped Cream for calories, ranking 9 of 16. 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

257kcalCalories
11.8gProtein
15gFat
20.1gCarbs
1.6gFiber

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Mozzarella

Limited

With 141kcal calories per 100g, Mozzarella earns a Limited classification on Low-FODMAP. It is tolerated in small portions but high-FODMAP at larger ones. Beyond the primary classification, mozzarella also provides 31.7g protein and 743mg sodium per 100g. Among the 16 items in this category, mozzarella sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Goat Cheese at 142kcal. 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

141kcalCalories
31.7gProtein
0gFat
3.5gCarbs
1.8gFiber

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Parmesan

Limited

Parmesan is classified as Limited on Low-FODMAP, with 370kcal calories per 100g. The classification reflects that it is tolerated in small portions but high-FODMAP at larger ones. Nutritionally, it also delivers 40g protein and 1150mg sodium per serving. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Brie at 334kcal. 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

370kcalCalories
40gProtein
5gFat
40gCarbs
0gFiber

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Ricotta

Limited

Ricotta is classified as Limited on Low-FODMAP, with 150kcal calories per 100g. This means it is tolerated in small portions but high-FODMAP at larger ones. It also contains 7.5g protein and 10.2g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Cottage Cheese and Ice Cream for calories, ranking 7 of 16. 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

150kcalCalories
7.5gProtein
10.2gFat
7.3gCarbs
0gFiber

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Swiss Cheese

Limited

At 290kcal calories per 100g, Swiss Cheese 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, swiss cheese also provides 16.4g protein and 21.2g fat per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Feta and Cheese for calories, ranking 12 of 16. 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

290kcalCalories
16.4gProtein
21.2gFat
8.7gCarbs
0gFiber

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Whipped Cream

Limited

With 257kcal calories per 100g, Whipped Cream earns a Limited classification on Low-FODMAP. This means it is tolerated in small portions but high-FODMAP at larger ones. It also contains 22.2g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Mac and Cheese and Feta for calories, ranking 10 of 16. 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

257kcalCalories
3.2gProtein
22.2gFat
12.5gCarbs
0gFiber

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Yogurt

Limited

Yogurt is classified as Limited on Low-FODMAP, with 81kcal calories per 100g. This means it is tolerated in small portions but high-FODMAP at larger ones. Among the 16 items in this category, yogurt sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Mozzarella at 141kcal. 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

VariantCaloriesProteinFatCarbsFiber
Plain Whole Milk Yogurt61kcal3.5g3.3g4.7g0g
Plain Low-Fat Yogurt63kcal5.3g1.6g7g0g
Plain Nonfat Yogurt56kcal5.7g0.2g7.7g0g

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Not Allowed Dairy (1)

Milk

Not Allowed

Milk is classified as Not Allowed on Low-FODMAP, with 52kcal calories per 100g. This means it is high in one or more FODMAP subgroups. Among the 16 items in this category, milk sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Yogurt at 81kcal.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

VariantCaloriesProteinFatCarbsFiber
Whole Milk60kcal3.3g3.2g4.6g
2% Milk50kcal3.3g2g4.8g0g
Skim Milk35kcal3.4g0.2g4.9g0g

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