LACTOSE INTOLERANCE

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What is the most common food intolerance?

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Lactose intolerance.

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What is lactose intolerance?

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A reaction often related to a food.

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What percentage of people in the world are lactose intolerant?

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60%.

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What happens when lactase is not produced after infancy?

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Lactose intolerance occurs.

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How does lactose intolerance vary among different racial groups?

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The incidence of lactose intolerance varies in different racial groups.

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What can be hypothesized about Indian people and lactase production?

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Most Indian people do not produce lactase after infancy.

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What does an allergy mean?

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The body's immune system interprets that a particular food is an invader.

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What enzyme is responsible for digesting lactose?

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Lactase.

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What are common symptoms of lactose intolerance?

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Bloating, diarrhea, and gas after consuming lactose.

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Can lactose intolerance be managed?

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Yes, by avoiding lactose-containing foods or using lactase supplements.