Cream cheese
Cream cheese is high in FODMAPs. It also contains moderate levels of Lactose. If you're sensitive to any of these, check it against your profile before eating.
Intolerances
- FODMAPsHigh
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
about 3 g per 100 g — less than milk, because it is mostly fat and some whey has already drained off. Still a real dose in the amounts usually spread or cooked with.
- Histamine (+liberators / DAO inhibitors)None
- TyramineNone
- SalicylateNone
- SucroseNone
- OligosaccharidesNone
- SorbitolNone
- FructoseNone
- NickelNone
- OxalatesNone
- GlutenNo
Intolerance levels are based on our documented scientific sources. See sources →
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Frequently asked questions
Which intolerances does cream cheese affect?
cream cheese is notable for FODMAPs and Lactose.
Does cream cheese contain FODMAPs?
Yes — cream cheese is high in 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 cream cheese contain Lactose?
cream cheese contains moderate levels of Lactose. about 3 g per 100 g — less than milk, because it is mostly fat and some whey has already drained off. Still a real dose in the amounts usually spread or cooked with. Amounts vary by brand and recipe, so always check the label of the exact product.