Is cheddar cheese low FODMAP?

Q: Is cheddar cheese low FODMAP?

Yes — cheddar cheese is low FODMAP at a typical serving (40 g), so it's generally well tolerated on a low-FODMAP diet.

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Cheddar cheese is low FODMAP at a typical serving (40 g), so it's generally well tolerated on a low-FODMAP diet.

Serving size used for this rating: 40 g

Aged cheeses are naturally very low in lactose.

FODMAP breakdown

FODMAPs are six groups of fermentable carbs. Most people with IBS react to only one or two of them.

Fructanse.g. wheat, onion, garlic, rye: Low
Galacto-oligosaccharidese.g. beans, lentils, chickpeas, cashews: Low
Lactosee.g. milk, soft cheese, yogurt, ice cream: Low
Excess fructosee.g. honey, apples, mango, agave: Low
Sorbitole.g. stone fruit, avocado, sugar-free gum: Low
Mannitole.g. mushrooms, cauliflower, sweet potato: Low

Also covers: cheddar, cheese, parmesan, swiss cheese, mozzarella, feta, brie.

Ratings are general guidance for a typical serving, compiled from published low-FODMAP research. Your tolerance may differ. This page is not medical advice — talk to your doctor or a FODMAP-trained dietitian before making big diet changes.