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avocado

avocado

Fruit

Is avocado high in lactose?

Lactose status
Safe

See lactose status for avocado alongside other trigger notes.

Sensitivity notes

Why lactose food checker matters

Lactose is the natural sugar in milk and dairy products. People with lactose intolerance lack sufficient lactase enzyme to digest it, leading to bloating, gas, and digestive discomfort after consuming dairy.

  • Try lactose-free dairy products - they're real dairy with lactase added
  • Hard aged cheeses are naturally lower in lactose
  • Lactase enzyme supplements can help when eating dairy

Triggers

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

Diets

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

Serving size, prep, and portion notes for avocado

Creamy fat that adds body to bowls, toast, and dressings.

Typical serving

1/4 medium avocado (about 50 g)

Best for

toast toppings / salads / blended dressings

Prep notes

  • Use ripe avocados for mashing or spreads.
  • Brush cut surfaces with lime to slow browning.
  • Slice with a sharp knife for clean wedges.

Portion notes

  • A quarter avocado works well for toast toppings.
  • Half an avocado fills a medium salad bowl.
  • Two tablespoons mashed is enough for a spread.

Watch for

browning once cut / very ripe fruit in hot dishes

Learn More

Lactose Guide

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

Lactose is the natural sugar in milk and dairy products. People with lactose intolerance lack sufficient lactase enzyme to digest it, leading to bloating, gas, and digestive discomfort after consuming dairy.

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 Lactose sensitivity:

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

These foods are high in lactose and may trigger symptoms:

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

  • 1Try lactose-free dairy products - they're real dairy with lactase added
  • 2Hard aged cheeses are naturally lower in lactose
  • 3Lactase enzyme supplements can help when eating dairy
  • 4Yogurt and kefir may be better tolerated due to probiotics
  • 5Your tolerance level is personal - some can handle small amounts

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

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