Lactose intolerance is a condition in which a person is unable to digest the lactose, or sugar, that is present in milk. It occurs when the body does not have enough of the intestinal enzyme lactase.

If milk messes with your stomach, you might just assume you're lactose intolerant and call it a day. But that's not the only cause of dairy trouble, and knowing exactly why milk does a number on your ...

Lactose-free milk is a great alternative for people who can’t digest regular milk. It contains lactase, an enzyme that helps breaks down lactose, and it has almost the same taste, texture, and ...

Ghee and butter are what make our food taste divine. Just a spoonful of them, and they instantly elevate the flavour of our dishes. Without them, it feels like something is lacking, doesn't it? As ...

You're madly in love with cheese, but your body? Not so much. In fact, every time you chow down on your fave fromage, the subsequent bloating and cramps make you wonder if your ass is about to explode ...

Dairy trouble got you down? Don’t worry! You can still enjoy some of your favorite foods. Try these simple recipe swaps so you can eat the foods you love. If a recipe calls for 1 cup of cow's milk, ...

After childhood, about two-thirds of the world’s human population loses the ability to digest milk. As far as we know, 100% of nonhuman mammals also lose this ability after weaning. The ongoing ...

If your doctor just broke the news that you're lactose intolerant, it doesn't mean you'll never get to savor another bite of ice cream. "Listen to your body and your symptoms," says Sandquist, who is ...

Some dairy products are easier to digest than others. Here’s how to identify the ones that may cause the least trouble. Credit...Tonje Thilesen for The New York Times Supported by By Caroline Hopkins ...

Lactose intolerance, often seen as a simple enzyme deficiency, may have a new explanation. Scientists are exploring how the ...

As India's milk production rises, the lactose-free milk market is booming due to increased health awareness. The sector is ...