Yogurt and Cheese

Question
Does yogurt and cheese contain lactose? If yes, compared to milk, what is the ratio?

Answer
Hello John!

Thank you for your nutrition question. Lactose is already broken down with the culturing of the yogurt or cheese and milk proteins are either removed or limited thus it is typically easier to digest; people with lactose intolerance often are be able to handle cheese and/or yogurt without trouble. Most of the lactose found in cheese is removed with the whey during the manufacturing process. Most ripened cheeses, such as Cheddar and Swiss, contain about 95% less lactose than whole milk. Aged cheeses contain almost no lactose - only 0.4-1 gram of lactose per ounce. Processed cheeses contain about 0.5-4 grams per ounce.

When shopping for cheese, look at the Nutrition Facts panel on the labels. If the amount of sugars listed is 0 grams, it does not contain lactose. Hope this helps!

-George Rapitis, Nutritionist
www.juiceblend.com
www.dietitian.mymagicwand.com  

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