Raw-Food Dairy Guide
16 items classified under standard Raw-Food guidelines.
Raw-Food classifies foods based on whether the food has been heated above ~118°F (48°C). Of the 16 dairy evaluated, 0 are classified as Allowed, 0 as Limited, and 16 as Not Allowed.
Dairy as a whole are excluded on Raw-Food. The classification applies at the category level: these foods are typically cooked above 118°F or only safe with heat. The individual entries below show the nutritional profile of each item — useful for understanding what you are replacing and for finding substitutes with a similar macro profile.
Quick Reference
| Food | Status | Calories (per 100g) |
|---|---|---|
| Brie | Not Allowed | 334kcal |
| Buttermilk | Not Allowed | 40kcal |
| Cheddar | Not Allowed | 410kcal |
| Cheese | Not Allowed | 295kcal |
| Cottage Cheese | Not Allowed | 148kcal |
| Feta | Not Allowed | 265kcal |
| Goat Cheese | Not Allowed | 142kcal |
| Ice Cream | Not Allowed | 237kcal |
| Mac and Cheese | Not Allowed | 257kcal |
| Milk | Not Allowed | 52kcal |
| Mozzarella | Not Allowed | 141kcal |
| Parmesan | Not Allowed | 370kcal |
| Ricotta | Not Allowed | 150kcal |
| Swiss Cheese | Not Allowed | 290kcal |
| Whipped Cream | Not Allowed | 257kcal |
| Yogurt | Not Allowed | 81kcal |
Classification Breakdown
16 Not Allowed — These are typically cooked above 118°F or only safe with heat.
The benefits come from eating large amounts of fresh produce rather than from preserving enzymes.
Not Allowed Dairy (16)
Brie
Not AllowedAt 334kcal calories per 100g, Brie falls into the Not Allowed category under Raw-Food guidelines. It is typically cooked above 118°F or only safe with heat. 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.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Buttermilk
Not AllowedWith 40kcal calories per 100g, Buttermilk earns a Not Allowed classification on Raw-Food. This means it is typically cooked above 118°F or only safe with heat. Among the 16 items in this category, buttermilk sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Milk at 52kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Cheddar
Not AllowedWith 410kcal calories per 100g, Cheddar earns a Not Allowed classification on Raw-Food. This means it is typically cooked above 118°F or only safe with heat. It also contains 24.2g protein and 33.8g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Parmesan at 370kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Cheese
Not AllowedWith 295kcal calories per 100g, Cheese earns a Not Allowed classification on Raw-Food. This means it is typically cooked above 118°F or only safe with heat. It also contains 7.1g protein and 28.6g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Swiss Cheese at 290kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Variant | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbs | Fiber |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheddar | 409kcal | 23.3g | 34g | 2.4g | 0g |
| Mozzarella | 299kcal | 22.2g | 22.1g | 2.4g | 0g |
| Swiss | 393kcal | 27g | 31g | 1.4g | — |
Cottage Cheese
Not AllowedCottage Cheese is classified as Not Allowed on Raw-Food, with 148kcal calories per 100g. This means it is typically cooked above 118°F or only safe with heat. It also contains 11g protein and 9.7g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Goat Cheese and Ricotta for calories, ranking 6 of 16.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Variant | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbs | Fiber |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full-Fat (4%) | 103kcal | 11.6g | 4.2g | 4.6g | 0g |
| Low-Fat (1%) | 72kcal | 12.4g | 1g | 2.7g | 0g |
Feta
Not AllowedAt 265kcal calories per 100g, Feta falls into the Not Allowed category under Raw-Food guidelines. The classification reflects that it is typically cooked above 118°F or only safe with heat. Nutritionally, it also delivers 14.2g protein and 21.5g fat per serving. Within this category, it falls between Whipped Cream and Swiss Cheese for calories, ranking 11 of 16.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Goat Cheese
Not AllowedGoat Cheese is classified as Not Allowed on Raw-Food, with 142kcal calories per 100g. This means it is typically cooked above 118°F or only safe with heat. 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.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Ice Cream
Not AllowedAt 237kcal calories per 100g, Ice Cream falls into the Not Allowed category under Raw-Food guidelines. The classification reflects that it is typically cooked above 118°F or only safe with heat. Nutritionally, it also delivers 8.6g fat per serving. Within this category, it falls between Ricotta and Mac and Cheese for calories, ranking 8 of 16.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Mac and Cheese
Not AllowedWith 257kcal calories per 100g, Mac and Cheese earns a Not Allowed classification on Raw-Food. This means it is typically cooked above 118°F or only safe with heat. It also contains 11.8g protein and 15g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Ice Cream and Whipped Cream for calories, ranking 9 of 16.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Milk
Not AllowedWith 52kcal calories per 100g, Milk earns a Not Allowed classification on Raw-Food. This means it is typically cooked above 118°F or only safe with heat. 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
| Variant | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbs | Fiber |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whole Milk | 60kcal | 3.3g | 3.2g | 4.6g | — |
| 2% Milk | 50kcal | 3.3g | 2g | 4.8g | 0g |
| Skim Milk | 35kcal | 3.4g | 0.2g | 4.9g | 0g |
Mozzarella
Not AllowedWith 141kcal calories per 100g, Mozzarella earns a Not Allowed classification on Raw-Food. This means it is typically cooked above 118°F or only safe with heat. It also contains 31.7g protein and 743mg sodium, which may factor into overall meal planning. Among the 16 items in this category, mozzarella sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Goat Cheese at 142kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Parmesan
Not AllowedWith 370kcal calories per 100g, Parmesan earns a Not Allowed classification on Raw-Food. This means it is typically cooked above 118°F or only safe with heat. It also contains 40g protein and 1150mg sodium, which may factor into overall meal planning. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Brie at 334kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Ricotta
Not AllowedRicotta is classified as Not Allowed on Raw-Food, with 150kcal calories per 100g. The classification reflects that it is typically cooked above 118°F or only safe with heat. Nutritionally, it also delivers 7.5g protein and 10.2g fat per serving. Within this category, it falls between Cottage Cheese and Ice Cream for calories, ranking 7 of 16.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Swiss Cheese
Not AllowedWith 290kcal calories per 100g, Swiss Cheese earns a Not Allowed classification on Raw-Food. This means it is typically cooked above 118°F or only safe with heat. It also contains 16.4g protein and 21.2g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Feta and Cheese for calories, ranking 12 of 16.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Whipped Cream
Not AllowedWhipped Cream is classified as Not Allowed on Raw-Food, with 257kcal calories per 100g. This means it is typically cooked above 118°F or only safe with heat. 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.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Yogurt
Not AllowedWith 81kcal calories per 100g, Yogurt earns a Not Allowed classification on Raw-Food. This means it is typically cooked above 118°F or only safe with heat. Among the 16 items in this category, yogurt sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Mozzarella at 141kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Variant | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbs | Fiber |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plain Whole Milk Yogurt | 61kcal | 3.5g | 3.3g | 4.7g | 0g |
| Plain Low-Fat Yogurt | 63kcal | 5.3g | 1.6g | 7g | 0g |
| Plain Nonfat Yogurt | 56kcal | 5.7g | 0.2g | 7.7g | 0g |