Is Cheddar cheese low FODMAP?

Q: Is Cheddar cheese low FODMAP?

Low FODMAP. Cheddar and most hard, aged cheeses (parmesan, swiss, brie, feta in small amounts) are low-FODMAP because the aging process removes nearly all the lactose. Soft, fresh cheeses like ricotta and cottage cheese are higher.

Low FODMAP

Serving guidance

Low-FODMAP — hard, aged cheeses contain very little lactose.

Why

Cheddar and most hard, aged cheeses (parmesan, swiss, brie, feta in small amounts) are low-FODMAP because the aging process removes nearly all the lactose. Soft, fresh cheeses like ricotta and cottage cheese are higher.

Does Cheddar cheese trigger YOUR symptoms?

General ratings are only a starting point — real tolerance is personal. FODMAP Log tracks what you actually eat and how you feel, then works out which foods are triggers for you, with a report you can hand to your dietitian.

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This is general, informational guidance compiled from published low-FODMAP literature — not a certified rating and not medical advice. FODMAP Log is not affiliated with or certified by Monash University. Personal tolerance varies; always work with a qualified dietitian.