Also, why do some people have difficulty digesting milk?
Being lactose intolerant means you can't digest lactose—the natural sugar found in milk and other dairy products. People who cannot digest lactose have a shortage, or deficiency, of an enzyme called lactase, which is produced in the small intestine.
One may also ask, why did I become lactose intolerant all of a sudden? It's a chronic condition that currently has no cure. It's possible to become lactose intolerant all of a sudden if another medical condition—such as gastroenteritis—or prolonged abstinence from dairy triggers the body. It is normal to lose tolerance for lactose as you age.
Also to know is, how do I make my milk digest better?
Lactose-Intolerant People Should Drink More Milk, Expert Says
- Don't overeat dairy foods, and eat them only in moderation.
- Eat dairy foods as part of a meal, such as a cup of milk over cereal with fruit.
- If necessary, use over-the-counter digestive aids.
- Eat yogurts. "Yogurts are very well tolerated because they contain a lactase that helps digest lactose in the intestine."
Can you be intolerant to milk but not cheese?
Treatment for lactose intolerance consists of either avoiding lactose-containing food or supplementing your body's supply of lactase enzyme. You may notice that you are able to tolerate cheese but not ice cream, or yogurt but not milk.
