Digestion And Lactose Intolerance
If you are lactose intolerant there can be serious side effects. One of the most common problems with lactose intolerance is that you may not get enough calcium in your diet. If your body is unable to digest dairy products which are naturally high in calcium, there is a very real possibility you may not be getting enough calcium to produce and maintain strong bones, and teeth.
If your body is unable to break down the sugar, lactose, which is in dairy products and most particularly in milk, you are said to be lactose intolerant. Sometimes your family doctor will have you eat tiny amounts of yogurt which also contains live bacteria in order to help your body learn to digest lactose. There are supplements you can take to fortify your body with the nutrients you are missing because of the inability to tolerate lactose. Calcium, magnesium, acidophilus, and digestive enzymes can provide nutrients while also aiding the digestive system.
One thing to be aware of is that lactose intolerance can cause an allergic reaction if milk or milk products are inadvertently ingested. Because lactose cannot be broken down in the digestive tract, it may pose serious health problems. It is especially important to pay careful attention to your diet if you are, indeed, susceptible to lactose intolerance and also make sure to take supplements to provide vital nutrients you are lacking because of it. Remember to check with your family doctor or personal physician before taking supplements for the first time.
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