Advice & Tips

Lactose Intolerance

This information has been designed to help you understand more about lactose intolerance and provide you with dietary tips. Milk products are an important part of a healthy diet and every effort should be made to include these foods. Using lactose products such as Lacteeze®, is the key to discovering your level of tolerance. For complete information, speak to your doctor or consult a dietitian.

Symptoms:

Cramps - Gas - Stomach bloating - Diarrhea

The Cause:

Digestive system's inability to break down the natural sugar in milk (lactose) and milk products.

How Long Will it Last:

Lactose intolerance may be permanent or it can be temporary. If the condition is temporary it is a result of an illness that affects the digestive system and gradually disappears.

Useful Tips:

• Tablets such as Lacteeze® Extra Strength or Children's Lacteeze® will help the digestive system   breakdown the sugar enzymes present in dairy products. The tablets should be taken prior to   eating dairy products.
• Try using Lacteeze® Drops in milk and other liquid dairy products.
• Check the dairy case in your grocery store for ready to use lactose-reduced milk, such as Lacteeze®.
• Check for ice cream and yogurt from Lacteeze® to provide lactose reduced products.