Lactose Intolerance

Posted by: Sparkle

21st Aug 2013 05:26pm

I've just found out I'm lactose intolerant (after years of symptoms it's great to finally find out what is wrong). It means though that I have to stop buying dairy products - does anyone else have this problem and does it affect your lifestyle?

Krystelle

30th Apr 2014 01:28pm

Hi Sparkle,
I recently found out I was lactose intolerant too and it is incredible how many foods contain milk products. I'm not sure where you live (I am in Perth, Western Australia) but Coles Supermarkets stocks a brand called Liddell's who manufacture lactose free cheese, milk, ice-cream, yoghurt and cream. While they cost slightly more than the regular variety, I have found I don't have the same reactions and I feel much better and healthier. I also use dairy free margarine (olive oil is also good) and soy products. Because of these changes I haven't had to make many drastic diet changes. Check at your local supermarket what products they have and what they may be able to source for you.
Another good product is Lacteeze which can be taken before and after meals to break down the enzymes and help take away the discomfort associated with tolerance. I use these every now and again when I eat something naughty. Hope this helps :)

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