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Lactose intolerance and sensitivity appears to be a growing phenomenon in this country. Even though many people limit or avoid dairy products in their diets, they seem to still suffer from symptoms. What would account for this fact? What characteristics may predispose individuals to become lactose intolerant/sensitive?
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10 years ago
Hi Trin,

Could it be that more products today contain dairy products?

I'm really at a lose here. What do you have so far?
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10 years ago
Certain antibiotics can trigger temporary lactose intolerance by interfering with the intestine's ability to produce the lactase enzyme.

People with irritable bowel syndrome or Crohn's disease have a reduced level of the lactase enzyme. Those with other diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, such as celiac disease, can also have problems digesting lactose.

As people get older, their bodies usually stop producing the lactase enzyme, and most people will naturally become lactose intolerant over time.
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10 years ago
Basically what Padre had said is textbook. I only asked because you never know if there are any new discoveries after the textbook was printed. Or maybe one of the posters on this site  may have lactose intolerance and may know some other pertinent information. Slight Smile
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10 years ago
I was thinking that maybe people don't develop tolerance out-of-the-blue. That's more characteristic of an allergic reaction Face with Stuck-out Tongue
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10 years ago
Thanks, padre.
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