Dishes to Avoid If You Are Lactose Intolerant

Alfredo, carbonara, and other sauces made with heavy cream or milk.

Cream-Based Sauces

Pizza, lasagna, and cheesy casseroles can be high in lactose.

Cheese-Laden Foods

Cream of mushroom, cream of tomato, and chowders often contain milk or cream.

Dairy-Heavy Soups

Many smoothies and milkshakes use dairy milk or yogurt as a base.

Milkshakes and Smoothies

Cakes, cookies, and pastries often contain butter, milk, or cream.

Baked Goods

These desserts are made with cream and milk.

Ice Cream and Gelato

Traditional yogurts contain lactose, though some lactose-free options are available.

Yogurt