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.
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Please suggest a healthy diet for my 2.6-year-old son suffering from a gas issue.
Query: Hi doctor, My son is 2 year 6 months old. He is suffering from gas most of the day. He passes gas in the form of wind. We give him Neopeptine syrup, but it works for 12 hours to one day. This has become a regular phenomenon now. We give him only home made food. Please suggest a good diet to avoid th... Read Full »
Answer: 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. 2. Do not use spice in cooking and light preparation is favorable for him. Avoid fast foods, green lea... Read Full »
What are the other natural sources of calcium other than milk for children?
Query: Hi doctor,I am looking for foods filled with calcium for children. I am thinking about what food children should be eating for natural sources of calcium and looking for the best examples. Trying to avoid milk or milk-based products. Ideally, a query will include approximately four examples of calci... Read Full »
Answer: 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. It can be avoided in children with lactose intolerance. The other sources of calcium are: 1. Greens are not ... Read Full »
Please suggest a lactose-free diet for weight gain.
Query: Hi doctor, I am 29 years old male, who is 5.9 feet tall and weighs 121 lbs. I take vegetables, egg, fish but not meat. I am lactose intolerant for the past three years. If I take any milk products, it causes gastritis instantly, and I have to take an antacid. I cannot take whey protein because of th... Read Full »
Answer: 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. You need not worry because you can have soy products like soy milk, tofu, and soy yogurt. Do not take whey protein or any othe... Read Full »
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