Title: Q&A: Can You Become Lactose Intolerant As You Get Older? | BlackDoctor.org - Where Wellness & Culture Connect
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Q&A: Can You Become Lactose Intolerant As You Get Older?
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Q&A: Can You Become Lactose Intolerant As You Get Older? lactose intolerance
Lactose intolerance is a condition caused by a lack of an enzyme called lactase, which, in turn, causes the body to be unable to digest lactose, a sugar found in milk and milk products. Lactase is normally produced by cells lining the small intestine where it breaks down lactose into a form that can be absorbed by the blood. A lack of lactase can cause uncomfortable symptoms for some people. Those who exhibit symptoms are said to be lactose intolerant. Thirty to 50 million Americans (adults and children) are lactose intolerant. The disorder affects some populations more than others: