what foods are lactose free?

Naturally Lactose-Free Foods:

• Fruits and Vegetables: All fresh, frozen, and canned fruits and vegetables are naturally lactose-free (just be sure to check the labels on canned vegetables to ensure no milk products have been added).
• Meat, Poultry, and Fish: Unprocessed meats, chicken, turkey, fish, and other seafood are all free of lactose.
• Eggs: Eggs are naturally lactose-free.
• Grains: Most whole grains like rice, oats, barley, quinoa, and corn are lactose-free. This includes many breads, crackers, and cereals, but always check the ingredients for hidden milk products like whey, casein, or milk solids.
• Legumes: Beans, lentils, chickpeas, and other legumes are excellent sources of protein and fiber and are completely lactose-free.
• Nuts and Seeds: All nuts and seeds, as well as nut butters (like peanut butter, almond butter, etc.) are lactose-free.
• Fats and Oils: Vegetable oils, olive oil, coconut oil, and most margarines (check the label) are lactose-free.
• Beverages: Water, fruit juices, tea, coffee (without milk or cream), and most soft drinks are lactose-free.