People who are sensitive to dairy products are usually sensitive to either lactose (the sugar naturally present in milk) or to the milk protein. Products that are called "Lactose Free" do not contain any milk sugar, but they may contain isolated, lactose-free milk protein as caseinate. quot;Dairy Free" products do not contain lactose or milk proteins.

Lactose intolerance does not mean dairy intolerance. In fact, research shows that most people who are lactose intolerant can enjoy up to two cups of milk a day, particularly if they drink it with meals. Other tips for reducing symptoms include eating aged cheeses that are naturally low in lactose and drinking lactose-free milk.

No, not necessarily. Often the front of the product is labeled lactose free, but once you turn the package over and read the ingredients, you will find sodium caseinate or casein a milk protein. A couple of examples include; some soy or rice cheese alternatives, and sour cream alternatives. Return to FAQs

Lactobacillus denotes ”lactic acid producing” or “acid loving.” The term “Lacto” does not indicate a relation to lactose or dairy, as is commonly misunderstood. Lactose may be used in the medium to grow the probiotic culture; however, this is completely removed from the final product. Our probiotic formula, Plantadophilus, is lactose-free, and prefers a pH of 6.5 to 6.8. [back to top]

All imported cheeses: Swiss, Light Swiss, Oltermanni Baby Muenster, Havarti, Muenster, Gouda and Black Label Swiss. Swiss, Light Swiss and Muenster loaves are sold behind the glass in the service deli. Swiss, Light Swiss, Havarti, Muenster and Gouda are also sold presliced and prepackaged in the self-service deli. All five varieties of our presliced cheeses are also sold in stick form on the cheese table in the self-service deli. Oltermanni Baby Muenster is also available in a 1lb.

Flora Balance, Ultimate Acidophilus Plus and GRL Biotin are free of dairy, gluten and animal substances.

There are no international regulations to determine "lactose free". Valio Ltd (the parent company of Finlandia Cheese) is using a "lactose free" claim, when lactose cannot be found in the product (f. ex. cheese). Valio is using the best possible method (ion chromatographic method) to analyze lactose. The resolution for the method is 0.01%, which means that we can find 100 ppm (parts per million) of lactose from cheese.

In some of Amy's products like Tofu Vegetable Lasagna, we use soy cheeze instead of dairy cheese, for the benefit of our customers who are trying to avoid dairy cheeses. However, Amy's does not label these products as "dairy free" because they contain a small amount of caseinate, a milk/dairy protein which helps the soy cheeze to melt and stretch. Amy's clearly labels the soy cheeze as containing caseinate, a milk derived protein.

Yes. Seven. Non-dairy Frosted Latte, Non-dairy Mocha Glacier, Double Fudge Mocha, CocoMochaNut, Mocha Frappe No Sugar added, French Vanilla Latte, and Vanilla Latte No Sugar added.

Lactose is a sugar which occurs naturally in milk and is called "milk sugar." It's the least sweet of all the natural sugars and is used commercially in foods such as baby formulas and candies.

Most of our digestive enzyme formulas are vegetarian, dairy-free, and gluten-free and they come in vegetarian (cellulose) capsules. In fact, the digestive formulas are very effective in breaking down gluten, lactose and casein the food molecules that often cause problems for those with gluten or dairy intolerance. See individual products specifications for more information. [back to top]

These products do have lactose: 5-Cheese Fiesta chips, Guacamole Chips, Salsa con Queso. As far as our other products, the facilities that produce chips carry ingredients that have lactose in them. These are used on the same lines where lactose-free products are made.

Answer: No. Our Pamela's Baking & Pancake Mix contains cultured buttermilk. For a complete list of our non-dairy products and all potential allergen ingredients we use please visit our "Allergy Information" page.  

It's hard to say that all soy products are lactose-free. Fundamentally, soy based products (made from soybeans) are lactose-free. However, if any dairy is added, there will be lactose. All Vitasoy soymilks, as well as, Nasoya tofu, dressings and sauces are lactose-free.

By definition our milk chocolate contains dairy products (it wouldn't be milk chocolate with out the milk!). Many of our products are also offered in dark chocolate, which is dairy free.

Fleischmann's? Unsalted Margarine is a dairy free margarine. Earth Balance? is another dairy free alternative found in many natural grocery stores. Always check with the manufacturer in case of any ingredient changes or new formulations.

The most likely possibilities are calcium and vitamin D deficiencies, because milk is a major source of these nutrients in the American diet. Fortified soy milk, fortified orange juice, tofu, spinach and most "greens" (collard greens, turnip greens, and kale) are good non-dairy sources of Calcium. Also, many people who are lactose intolerant can eat small quantities of dairy and also tolerate yogurt and ice cream pretty well.

LAND O LAKES? Dairy Ease? is 100% pure dairy milk. An enzyme has been added that breaks lactose down into two simpler sugars that are easier for your body to digest. This treatment doesn't change the milk's great taste, creamy texture and nutritional value.

There are no artificial ingredients added in place of the lactose. An enzyme is simply used to break down the lactose, making it easier to digest. LAND O LAKES? Dairy Ease? is fresh, delicious real dairy milk, complete with all of the health benefits of milk, but without the lactose.

No. The fat content of milk (whole, 2%, 1%, or non-fat) has nothing to do with reducing the amount of lactose or milk proteins in milk. Return to FAQs