Edam
Edam contains moderate levels of Histamine. It has low levels of FODMAPs, Lactose and Oxalates. If you're sensitive to any of these, check it against your profile before eating.
Intolerances
- Histamine (+liberators / DAO inhibitors)Moderate
The aging time is supposedly 2 months. If the product is aged for more time, it contains higher levels of histamine.
- FODMAPsLow
- LactoseLow
a pressed, aged cheese — the whey drained off and the cultures ate the rest, leaving well under 0.5 g per 100 g. Usually a safe choice on a low-lactose diet.
- OxalatesLow
- TyramineNone
- SalicylateNone
- SucroseNone
- OligosaccharidesNone
- SorbitolNone
- FructoseNone
- NickelNone
- GlutenNo
Intolerance levels are based on our documented scientific sources. See sources →
React to Histamine (+liberators / DAO inhibitors)? Check these too
More in Dairy
- 3.5% milk→
- Aged cheese→
- Blue cheese→
- Blue cheese→
- Brie→
- Buffalo milk mozzarella→
- Buttermilk→
- Camembert cheese→
- Casein→
- Cheddar→
- Cream cheese→
- Crème fraîche→
Frequently asked questions
Which intolerances does edam affect?
edam is notable for Histamine, FODMAPs, Lactose and Oxalates.
Does edam contain Histamine?
edam contains moderate levels of Histamine. The aging time is supposedly 2 months. If the product is aged for more time, it contains higher levels of histamine.
Does edam contain FODMAPs?
edam contains only low levels of FODMAPs.
Does edam contain Lactose?
edam contains only low levels of Lactose. a pressed, aged cheese — the whey drained off and the cultures ate the rest, leaving well under 0.5 g per 100 g. Usually a safe choice on a low-lactose diet.
Does edam contain Oxalates?
edam contains only low levels of Oxalates. Amounts vary by brand and recipe, so always check the label of the exact product.