Title: Can You Become Lactose Intolerant As An Adult? - Lactose Intolerance
Headings: True Or False: You Can Become Lactose Intolerant As An Adult
True Or False: You Can Become Lactose Intolerant As An Adult
Please, please let it not be true...
Remind me...what is lactose intolerance?
When can you become lactose intolerant?
What causes lactose intolerance in adults?
How do I know I’m lactose intolerant?
Can I prevent lactose intolerance?
What should I do if I’m diagnosed with lactose intolerance?

Content: You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site. It could also very well be that you were always lactose intolerant, you just never realized it. “ Adults tend to be better at making connections between what they eat and how they feel,” says Foroutan. How do I know I’m lactose intolerant? Foroutan says that when lactose doesn’t break down and those sugars hang out in digestive tract, your body tries to flush out that sugar by bringing water into the colon—leading to gas, loose stools, and cramping. Most symptoms pop up within two hours of eating...so, your body lets you know pretty quickly that it's not happy. However, Foroutan says that people sometimes assume they're lactose intolerant when they're actually sensitive to casein or to whey—the protein in milk and the watery substance that remains after milk is turned into curds. For example, if you can’t stomach hard cheeses, which don’t contain lactose, it may point to a casein sensitivity. You might also be sensitive to any combination of lactose, casein, and whey. The best way to figure out your sensitivities and limits is to work with a nutritionist to eliminate dairy, then slowly reintroduce it to your diet.