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Eggs

Is egg high in lactose?

Lactose status
Safe

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

Diets

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

Serving size, prep, and portion notes for egg

Quick protein with flexible prep from soft-boiled to baked.

Typical serving

1 large egg (about 50 g)

Best for

breakfast plates / baking binders / quick protein

Prep notes

  • Room-temperature eggs cook more evenly.
  • Whisk thoroughly for fluffier scrambles.
  • Soft-boil for a jammy yolk texture.

Portion notes

  • One egg is a light serving.
  • Two eggs make a fuller breakfast plate.
  • Separate whites when you want a lighter bake.

Watch for

overcooking to a rubbery texture / shell fragments when cracking

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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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