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milk

milk

Dairy & Alternatives

Is milk high in fructose?

Fructose status
Safe

See fructose status for milk alongside other trigger notes.

Sensitivity notes

Why fructose food checker matters

Excess fructose refers to foods where fructose exceeds glucose content. This imbalance can cause malabsorption issues, leading to bloating, gas, and digestive discomfort in sensitive individuals.

  • Pair fructose-containing foods with glucose for better absorption
  • Choose fruits with balanced fructose:glucose ratios
  • Avoid high-fructose corn syrup and agave

Triggers

Histamine
Safe
Histamine Liberators
Safe
FODMAPs
High
Fructans
Safe
GOS
Safe
Fructose
Safe
Polyols
Safe
Gluten
High
Lactose
Avoid
Dairy Proteins
High
Nightshades
Safe
Salicylates
Safe
Oxalates
Safe
Nickel
Safe
Sulfites
Safe
Nitrites
Safe
Glutamates
Safe
Tyramine
Safe
Caffeine
Safe
Lectin
Avoid
Low Fermentation
Moderate

Diets

Inflammation
✓ Fit
Vegan
✗ Avoid
Vegetarian
✓ Fit
Paleo AIP
✗ Avoid
Mediterranean
✓ Fit
DASH Diet
✓ Fit
EoE Compatible
✗ Avoid
FODMAPs
✗ Avoid
Low Fermentation
✗ Avoid
Priority ingredient notes

Serving size, prep, and portion notes for milk

Dairy base for drinks, sauces, and baking.

Typical serving

1 cup (about 240 ml)

Best for

smoothies / cereal / baking

Prep notes

  • Heat slowly to avoid scalding.
  • Use cold milk for better foaming.
  • Stir before pouring if separation occurs.

Portion notes

  • Half a cup blends well into oatmeal.
  • One cup is a standard serving for drinks or cereal.
  • A splash adds creaminess to sauces.

Watch for

curdling in acidic sauces / sweetened versions in savory recipes

Learn More

Fructose Guide

Everything you need to know about fructose sensitivity and smart food choices.

Excess fructose refers to foods where fructose exceeds glucose content. This imbalance can cause malabsorption issues, leading to bloating, gas, and digestive discomfort in sensitive individuals.

Sensitivity varies widely. What triggers one person may be fine for another. Track your reactions to find your personal threshold.

These foods are generally well-tolerated for Fructose sensitivity:

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These foods have moderate levels and may be tolerated in small amounts:

These foods are high in fructose and may trigger symptoms:

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If you're sensitive to Fructose, consider these strategies:

  • 1Pair fructose-containing foods with glucose for better absorption
  • 2Choose fruits with balanced fructose:glucose ratios
  • 3Avoid high-fructose corn syrup and agave
  • 4Honey is very high in excess fructose
  • 5Portion size significantly affects tolerance

Pro tip: Keep a food diary to track your reactions. The Triggerbites app makes this easy with automatic pattern detection.

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