Video: How do you know if you're intolerant to dairy?
Peer reviewed by Dr Sarah Jarvis MBE, FRCGPLast updated by Rose Constantine Smith, ANutrLast updated 25 Jun 2018
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Having an intolerance to lactose means that your digestive system struggles to process foods containing lactose. Our experts take a look at what this could mean for you.
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How do you know if you're intolerant to dairy?
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What can you eat if you're lactose intolerant?
Lactose intolerance is a condition in which there is not enough lactase in the body. Lactase is the chemical (enzyme) that breaks down (digests) 'milk sugar' (lactose) in the body. It is common in adults and it can vary in severity.
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