Can you be intolerant to milk but not cheese?

Can you be intolerant to milk but not cheese?

There is no treatment to make the body produce more lactase enzyme, but the symptoms of lactose intolerance can be controlled through diet. Some people who cannot drink milk may be able to eat cheese and yogurt—which have less lactose than milk—without symptoms.

What happens if you ignore lactose intolerance?

That's what causes lactose intolerance. Without enough of the lactase enzyme, your body can't metabolize dairy, leading to digestive problems like diarrhea, abdominal cramping or pain, bloating, gas, nausea, and sometimes even vomiting about 30 minutes to two hours after eating it.

What happens if you’re lactose intolerant and you keep eating dairy?

People with lactose intolerance are unable to fully digest the sugar (lactose) in milk. As a result, they have diarrhea, gas and bloating after eating or drinking dairy products. The condition, which is also called lactose malabsorption, is usually harmless, but its symptoms can be uncomfortable.

Why does milk sometimes upset my stomach?

People with lactose intolerance do not produce sufficient amounts of lactase needed to break down the lactose. This can cause nausea, stomach cramps, gas, bloating, and diarrhea for people with lactose intolerance if they eat or drink milk or foods that contain a lot of lactose.

How can you test for lactose intolerance at home?

he Home Do-It-Yourself Test – Since lactose intolerance is not a serious disorder, some people may want to test themselves at home. First, avoid milk and lactose-containing foods for several days. Then on a free morning, such as a Saturday, drink two large glasses of skim or low-fat milk (14-16 oz).

Why am I lactose intolerant sometimes?

When a person without lactose intolerance eats lactose, the enzyme lactase breaks it down into a pair of simpler sugars. This excess water is responsible for the cramps and diarrhea sometimes associated with lactose intolerance. Other symptoms of the condition include: bloating.

How long does it take to get dairy out of your system?

If you think that your baby may be sensitive to dairy products in your diet, remember that it can take 10 days to 3 weeks to eliminate cow's milk protein from your system—allow a full 2-3 weeks of dairy elimination before evaluating the results.