Lactose Intolerance - Is the Elimination of Dairy Products from the Diet Necessary?
Tomasz Jankowski
2026-03-22
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Lactose intolerance is an increasingly prevalent health issue affecting children and adults around the world. Each body has unique characteristics and varying tolerance levels for lactose. One individual may experience adverse effects at minimal levels, while another might only encounter issues after consuming a larger portion. Lactose intolerance is the most common disorder in digesting carbohydrates, but other components such as glucose, fructose, or galactose can also be impacted. In most cases, this is a temporary condition that can be improved by making suitable adjustments to the diet.
What are the symptoms of lactose intolerance and what is it?
Lactose intolerance is a form of food intolerance where the body is unable to digest lactose, a sugar found in milk and milk products. This results in symptoms such as bloating, diarrhea, nausea, abdominal pain, excessive gas production, and intestinal discomfort. Lactose intolerance can be caused by a deficiency in the enzyme lactase, which is responsible for digesting lactose. This deficiency can be caused by age, race or geographical location. Lactose intolerance can also be congenital or develop over time.
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