{"id":3137,"date":"2025-08-12T18:32:50","date_gmt":"2025-08-12T16:32:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lactolerance.fr\/blog\/?p=3137"},"modified":"2025-08-13T11:17:10","modified_gmt":"2025-08-13T09:17:10","slug":"est-ce-quun-yaourt-contient-du-lactose","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lactolerance.fr\/blog\/en\/does-yoghurt-contain-lactose\/","title":{"rendered":"Does yoghurt contain lactose?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"><strong>Yoghurt is one of the most widely consumed dairy products in France<\/strong>. It is often thought to be easier to digest than milk, especially for people who are lactose intolerant.<\/p>\n<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\">But what is it really? Does yoghurt always contain lactose? Is it tolerable for everyone? We explain everything in detail.<\/p>\n<h2>Yoghurt is a dairy product... so it contains lactose<\/h2>\n<p>Yoghurt is made by fermenting milk with lactic ferments. Milk is naturally rich in lactose, a sugar that some people find difficult to digest.<\/p>\n<p>Result: <strong>yes, yoghurt contains lactose<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h2>Fermentation partially reduces lactose<\/h2>\n<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\">Fortunately, the bacteria present in lactic ferments consume some of the lactose. <strong>during fermentation<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\">This process not only reduces the total amount of lactose, but also partially transforms it into lactic acid, a compound more easily tolerated by most sensitive intestines. As a result, lactose levels are <strong>reduced<\/strong>This can make yoghurt more digestible for some people, but it is not always easy to digest. <strong>is not zero<\/strong> for all that.<\/p>\n<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\">This means that people who are very sensitive to lactose can still <strong>experience <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lactolerance.fr\/blog\/en\/symptoms-of-lactose-intolerance\/\">symptoms<\/a><\/strong>especially if consumed repeatedly or in large quantities.<\/p>\n<h2>Why do some people tolerate yoghurt better?<\/h2>\n<p>Even though it still contains lactose, yoghurt can be <strong>better tolerated<\/strong> by some people. Here's why:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The active bacteria in yoghurt help to <strong>digest <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lactolerance.fr\/fr\/content\/51-lactose\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"16\" title=\"lactose\">lactose<\/a><\/strong> in the intestine.<\/li>\n<li>Prior fermentation \"prepares\" the digestion process.<\/li>\n<li>Yoghurt sometimes passes more slowly through the digestive system than milk, limiting rapid reactions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Variable tolerance depending on the individual<\/h2>\n<p>Lactose intolerance is a complex physiological phenomenon. Each individual has their own tolerance threshold (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.lactolerance.fr\/blog\/en\/understanding-lactose-intolerance-its-origins-and-hereditary-characteristics\/\">genetics<\/a> has a lot to do with it). Some people digest plain yoghurt very well, while others will react to the slightest spoonful.<\/p>\n<h2>Not all yoghurts are created equal<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Yoghurts <strong>nature<\/strong> generally contain less lactose than <strong>with fruit<\/strong> or <strong>flavoured<\/strong>which often contain milk powder or lactose-rich additives. For industrial reasons relating to texture, taste or preservation, some brands also add :\n<ul>\n<li>powdered milk (which contains around 50 % of lactose),<\/li>\n<li>condensed milk,<\/li>\n<li>whey,<\/li>\n<li>or fresh cream.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>The <strong>low-fat yoghurts<\/strong> or \"light\" are not synonymous with lactose-free.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>There are alternatives<\/h2>\n<p>For those with a confirmed intolerance, there are solutions:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lactolerance.fr\/fr\/content\/94-yaourts-sans-lactose\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"7\" title=\"lactose-free yoghurts\">Lactose-free yoghurts<\/a><\/strong> They contain an added lactase enzyme, which breaks down lactose.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Plant-based yoghurts<\/strong> soy, almond, coconut... They do not contain <strong>no lactose at all<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Lactase supplementation<\/strong> for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lactolerance.fr\/fr\/34-nos-complements-alimentaires\">food supplements<\/a> such as those proposed by <strong>LACTOLERANCE<\/strong> help to digest lactose-containing products.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Home-made lactose-free yoghurts<\/strong> Easy to prepare with lactose-free or plant-based milk. You can find a simple recipe on our website.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>In a nutshell<\/h2>\n<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\">Yes, yoghurt still contains lactose, even after fermentation. But its special structure makes it a product that is often <strong>more digestible<\/strong> than milk. For very sensitive people, it's best to opt for yoghurts. <strong>lactose-free<\/strong> or <strong>plants<\/strong>. LACTOLERANCE, an expert brand since 2010, offers effective, tailor-made digestive solutions, 100 % of natural origin, adapted to each intolerance profile.<\/p>\n<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lactolerance.fr\/fr\/offres-speciales\/134-pack-decouverte-protection-24h-3012345678905.html\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1108 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lactolerance.fr\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Blog-bas-de-page-FR-NOUVEAU-PACK-Decouverte.jpg\" alt=\"Image redirecting to the lactor\u00e9lance 1day pack and 9000 pill dispenser product sheet\" width=\"100%\" height=\"NaN\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lactolerance.fr\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Blog-bas-de-page-FR-NOUVEAU-PACK-Decouverte.jpg 2400w, https:\/\/www.lactolerance.fr\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Blog-bas-de-page-FR-NOUVEAU-PACK-Decouverte-400x133.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.lactolerance.fr\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Blog-bas-de-page-FR-NOUVEAU-PACK-Decouverte-800x267.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lactolerance.fr\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Blog-bas-de-page-FR-NOUVEAU-PACK-Decouverte-768x256.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.lactolerance.fr\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Blog-bas-de-page-FR-NOUVEAU-PACK-Decouverte-1536x512.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.lactolerance.fr\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Blog-bas-de-page-FR-NOUVEAU-PACK-Decouverte-2048x683.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.lactolerance.fr\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Blog-bas-de-page-FR-NOUVEAU-PACK-Decouverte-18x6.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2400px) 100vw, 2400px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"su-divider su-divider-style-default\" style=\"margin:15px 0;border-width:3px;border-color:#e50953\"><a href=\"#\" style=\"color:#e50953\">Go to top<\/a><\/div>\n<style>\n.faq-custom h4 {\n  background-color: #2b1112;\n  color: #fff8f2;\n  padding: 10px;\n  border-radius: 4px;\n  margin-top: 1em;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div class=\"rank-math-schema-faq faq-custom\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/FAQPage\">\n<div itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n<h4 itemprop=\"name\">Does yoghurt contain lactose?<\/h4>\n<div itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n<p itemprop=\"text\">Yes, all yoghurts contain lactose, even fermented ones. However, their content is reduced by the action of lactic ferments, which consume some of the lactose during fermentation.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n<h4 itemprop=\"name\">How much lactose does traditional yoghurt contain?<\/h4>\n<div itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n<p itemprop=\"text\">Plain cow's milk yoghurt contains an average of 3 to 4g of lactose per 100g. This is still less than milk, which contains around 4.8 g per 100 ml.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n<h4 itemprop=\"name\">Are all yoghurts well tolerated by people with lactose intolerance?<\/h4>\n<div itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n<p itemprop=\"text\">It all depends. Some intolerant people digest plain yoghurt well, thanks to the live ferments that help break down the lactose. Others, who are more sensitive, may experience symptoms even with small quantities.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n<h4 itemprop=\"name\">Are there lactose-free yoghurts?<\/h4>\n<div itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n<p itemprop=\"text\">Yes, some yogurts are lactose-reduced by adding the enzyme lactase, which makes the final product lactose-free. This is indicated on the packaging, often under the words \"lactose-free\".<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n<h4 itemprop=\"name\">How do you digest yoghurt if you're very sensitive to lactose?<\/h4>\n<div itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n<p itemprop=\"text\">You can take a lactase supplement such as LACTOLERANCE 9000 or LACTOLERANCE ULTRA before eating yoghurt, to help digest the lactose without digestive discomfort.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Yoghurt is one of the most widely consumed dairy products in France. It is often thought to be easier to digest than milk, especially for people with lactose intolerance. But is it really? Does yoghurt always contain lactose? Is it tolerable for everyone? We explain everything in detail. 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