Common "lactose intolerance" queries answered by top doctors

Medical Conditions - Lactose Intolerance

The inability to digest the sugar (lactose) present in milk and milk products is called lactose intolerance. If a lactose intolerant person drinks or eats dairy products, it results in diarrhea, gas, and bloating. It is caused when the small intestine does not produce enough lactase, which is the enzyme needed to digest lactose.

All lactose intolerance Q&A

Please suggest a good diet for my 2.6 years old son to keep his gut healthy.

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. 1. You should get a proper diagnosis for your son. If your son has lactose intolerance problem, then omit milk in his diet. Also, avoid packet milk if he already in it.

Answered By

Sanchari Majumder

How will a lactose-free diet help in gain weight?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. As you have mentioned that you are suffering from lactose intolerance, which means a decreased ability to digest milk sugar that is, lactose.

Answered By

Durga Kumari

What are the other natural sources of calcium apart from milk for children?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I thoroughly read your query and understand your concern. Milk is a source of calcium-rich in other minerals and vitamins and protein, excluding vitamin A.

Answered By

Sumiya Sulthana

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