Always talk to your healthcare provider before using lactase products. Some people, such as young children and those pregnant or breastfeeding, may not be able to take them. Side effects are possible ...

A stool acidity test can also be used, especially for infants and young children, to detect undigested lactose in the stool. It measures lactic acid in the stool sample. The genetic test assists in ...

1 Paediatrics Department, 2nd Paediatrics Clinic, ‘Victor Babes’ University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Timisoara, Romania 2 Biochemistry Department, ‘Victor Babes’ University of Medicine and Pharmacy, ...

So, what are the alternatives for such groups of people? How can lactose-intolerant individuals mitigate their risk of calcium deficiency and maintain optimum calcium levels in the body?

Milk protein allergy (MPA), also known as food protein induced allergic proctocolitis (FPIAP), is one of the most common ...

A yogurt allergy is usually part of an allergy to milk and milk products. Symptoms of a yogurt and milk allergy may include hives, itching, abdominal pain, nausea, or diarrhea after eating yogurt.

Lactose intolerance might mean skipping out on milkshakes and cheese boards, but it doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice flavour or satisfaction in your diet. With the right self-care approach, you can ...

Lactose intolerance occurs when people are unable to digest significant amounts of lactose, a sugar found in milk and dairy products. This digestive issue is pretty common in India and while it cannot ...

An NHS doctor has shed light on the types of cheese that are suitable for those with lactose intolerance. Dr Karan Rajan, an NHS surgeon and lecturer, recently explored the cheeses that can be ...

As much as we love adding these golden delights to our food, they are not suitable for everyone. People suffering from lactose intolerance, in particular, may have to resist indulging in them. But is ...