Buttermilk
Buttermilk contains moderate levels of FODMAPs, Lactose and Histamine. It has low levels of Tyramine. If you're sensitive to any of these, check it against your profile before eating.
Intolerances
- FODMAPsModerate
the FODMAP here is lactose, the milk sugar many adults digest poorly. Lactose-free dairy, or hard aged cheeses that are naturally very low in lactose, keep this low FODMAP.
- LactoseModerate
cultured buttermilk is fermented, so part of the lactose has already been eaten — about 3-4 g per 100 ml, a little under milk.
- Histamine (+liberators / DAO inhibitors)Moderate
Cultured, so bacteria have been at work — and wherever bacteria ferment a protein food, some histamine follows. Far below aged cheese, but above plain milk.
- TyramineLow
- GlutenNo
- FructoseNone
- OligosaccharidesNone
- SorbitolNone
- SucroseNone
- SalicylateNone
- NickelNone
- OxalatesNone
Intolerance levels are based on our documented scientific sources. See sources →
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Frequently asked questions
Which intolerances does Buttermilk affect?
Buttermilk is notable for FODMAPs, Lactose, Histamine and Tyramine.
Does Buttermilk contain FODMAPs?
Buttermilk contains moderate levels of FODMAPs. the FODMAP here is lactose, the milk sugar many adults digest poorly. Lactose-free dairy, or hard aged cheeses that are naturally very low in lactose, keep this low FODMAP.
Does Buttermilk contain Lactose?
Buttermilk contains moderate levels of Lactose. cultured buttermilk is fermented, so part of the lactose has already been eaten — about 3-4 g per 100 ml, a little under milk.
Does Buttermilk contain Histamine?
Buttermilk contains moderate levels of Histamine. Cultured, so bacteria have been at work — and wherever bacteria ferment a protein food, some histamine follows. Far below aged cheese, but above plain milk.
Does Buttermilk contain Tyramine?
Buttermilk contains only low levels of Tyramine. Amounts vary by brand and recipe, so always check the label of the exact product.