Is Sainsbury's Cheese Sauce 350g (Serves 2) Low FODMAP?

No. This product is not low FODMAP as it lists 3 ingredients that are likely high FODMAP at 1 serving and 1 ingredient that could be moderate or high FODMAP depending on source or serving size.

Why it's not low FODMAP

  • cows' milk
  • cows milk
  • skimmed cows' milk
  • whey

cows' milk

Dietitian note

Cow's milk, regardless of fat content, is high FODMAP, unless the packaging states that it is lactose free or you see "lactase enzyme" listed as another ingredient.

Note by Vanessa Vargas, RDN, LDN

Use instead

  • lactose-free cow's milk
cows milk
skimmed cows' milk
whey

Every flagged ingredient, explained

Notes and swaps for all 4 flagged ingredients, plus low FODMAP products to buy instead.

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Ingredients

INGREDIENTS: Skimmed Cows' Milk , Water, Mature Cheddar Cheese (12%) (Cows' Milk ), Medium Fat Soft Cheese (4.5%) (Cows’ Milk ), Cornflour, Cheddar Cheese (Cows’ Milk ), Butter (Cows’ Milk ), Yeast Extract, Black Pepper, Nutmeg, Salt, Whey (Cows’ Milk ), Rapeseed Oil.

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What is a Low FODMAP diet?

A Low FODMAP diet limits foods high in certain short-chain carbohydrates (FODMAPs) that can be poorly absorbed in the gut. These include specific sugars found in foods like onions, garlic, beans, apples, and wheat. It's commonly followed by people with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) or other digestive sensitivities to reduce bloating, gas, and discomfort. The diet typically involves an elimination phase, followed by gradual reintroduction to identify personal triggers. When followed carefully, often with a dietitian's guidance, a Low FODMAP diet can help manage symptoms while maintaining a balanced and varied intake of nutrients.

About this product

Sauce · Liquid

Flavor
SavoryRichUmami
Texture
CreamyThick
Commonly used for
CookingDippingToppingMeal Prep