{"id":13238,"date":"2019-12-02T14:29:01","date_gmt":"2019-12-02T20:29:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/?p=13238"},"modified":"2022-06-13T10:30:26","modified_gmt":"2022-06-13T15:30:26","slug":"what-is-a-dairy-free-diet","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/what-is-a-dairy-free-diet\/","title":{"rendered":"What is a Dairy Free Diet"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><strong>What is a Dairy-Free Diet<\/strong> &ndash; interested in learning more about a dairy-free diet? This is a great place to start!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"735\" height=\"1102\" src=\"https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/what-is-dairy-free-article-.png\" alt='Images for chocolate chip oatmeal cups, steak stir fry, vegan breakfast burrito, coffee smoothie and the title \\\"what is...dairy-free\\\".' class=\"wp-image-13230\" title=\"What is a Dairy-Free Diet - interested in learning more about a dairy-free diet? This is a great place to start! #dairyfreediet #whatisdairyfree #dairyfree\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/what-is-dairy-free-article-.png 735w, https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/what-is-dairy-free-article--200x300.png 200w, https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/what-is-dairy-free-article--600x900.png 600w, https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/what-is-dairy-free-article--300x450.png 300w, https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/what-is-dairy-free-article--150x225.png 150w, https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/what-is-dairy-free-article--640x960.png 640w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 735px) 100vw, 735px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/what-is-dairy-free-article-.png\"><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Learn where to start, resources and try some fun new dairy-free recipes!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(This is informational ONLY.&nbsp; If you are considering a dairy-free diet please discuss with your doctor or a dietitian)<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have you been thinking about trying a dairy-free diet?&nbsp; If so, you have come to the right place!&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>What is Dairy<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dairy<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> products or milk products are a type of food produced from or containing the milk of mammals. They are primarily produced from mammals such as cattle, water buffaloes, goats, sheep, camels and humans.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>What is a Dairy-Free Diet<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Following a dairy-free diet would be omitting all dairy products and foods with dairy in them.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>What Foods are Dairy-Based<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Milk<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yogurt<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cheese<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Butter<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ice Cream<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are many more.&nbsp; For a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/allergies\/milk-allergy\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">complete list<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> checkout this list of foods and ingredients to avoid.&nbsp;<\/span><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>What are Some Reasons that People Choose (or have to) Eat a Dairy-Free Diet<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some people have a diagnosed milk allergy, lactose intolerance, or they might just find that foods containing dairy give them problems like:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Digestive troubles<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Acne<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eczema<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Feel groggy<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Other allergic reactions<\/span><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>What Benefits Might you see if you Follow a Dairy-Free Diet<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you remove foods with dairy in them from your diet you might notice that any of the above symptoms that you are experiencing might resolve themselves.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">S<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ome people need to eliminate dairy entirely and some might still be able to tolerate certain dairy products (i.e. cheese or yogurt) but not others.&nbsp; You could follow just a milk-free diet, or lactose-free or casein-free.&nbsp; It all depends on your own body and how it reacts to each.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you continue to experience some of these symptoms after eliminating dairy you might want to discuss this further with a doctor or registered dietitian.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><em>The Whole30 effect<\/em> &ndash; some people find that they feel better eating a dairy-free diet after doing a round of whole30, not because they are allergic, but after reintroduction they find they just feel better, lighter, and less groggy.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>Now that you have identified what to avoid, find what foods make your body feel great<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ok, it can be hard knowing that some foods that taste absolutely delicious don&rsquo;t jive well with your body.&nbsp; But when you see how good your body will feel after omitting the foods that give you trouble &ndash; I promise you, it&rsquo;s worth it!!&nbsp; There are so many delicious foods in this world and we are here to help you with some amazing recipes to fit the diet that helps you feel your best!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>Here are a few dairy-free reader favorites:<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/dreamy-dairy-free-broccoli-cheese-soup\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dairy-Free Broccoli Cheese Soup<\/span><\/a><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/dairy-free-green-bean-casserole\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dairy-Free Green Bean Casserole<\/span><\/a><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/make-ahead-apple-chicken-salad\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Healthy Chicken Salad<\/span><\/a><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/delicious-strawberry-smoothie\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Strawberry Smoothie<\/span><\/a><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/dairy-free-lasagna-9\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dairy-Free Lasagna<\/span><\/a><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>Interested in going dairy-free: tips on starting<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Learn ALL the foods that may contain dairy&nbsp;<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Learn about dairy-free certifications on packaged foods<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Track how you are feeling when you eat various foods with dairy<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Talk to a doctor or dietitian<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start experimenting with new recipes! &nbsp; Here are a few we love:<\/span>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/meatballs-dumplings-dairy-free\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Meatballs and Dumplings<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/make-perfect-cup-matcha\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Matcha Latte<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/ultimate-shrimp-and-chicken-green-curry-whole30\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ultimate Shrimp and Chicken Green Curry<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Interested in other ways of eating<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/what-is-a-plant-based-diet\/\">What is &hellip; Plant Based<\/a><\/li><li dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/what-is-a-gluten-free-diet\/\">What is &hellip; Gluten-Free<\/a><\/li><li dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/what-is-whole30-rules-benefits-and-tips\/\">What is &hellip; Whole30<\/a><\/li><li dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/what-is-a-paleo-diet\/\">What is &hellip; Paleo<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/what-is-a-real-food-diet\/\">What is &hellip; Real Food<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"735\" height=\"1102\" src=\"https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/what-is-dairy-free-article-.png\" alt='Images for chocolate chip oatmeal cups, steak stir fry, vegan breakfast burrito, coffee smoothie and the title \\\"what is...dairy-free\\\".' class=\"wp-image-13230\" title=\"What is a Dairy-Free Diet - interested in learning more about a dairy-free diet? 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