Lactose Intolerance

What is lactose intolerance?

• A condition where the body is unable to digest proteins in milk.

• A condition where the body is unable to digest lactose, a sugar found in milk and other dairy products.

• A condition that causes a rash and itchiness after consuming dairy.

• A rare genetic condition present from birth.

Lactose intolerance is more common in people of which descent?

• European

• Asian, African, or South American

• North American

• Australian

What is the key difference between lactose intolerance and a milk allergy?

• Lactose intolerance is an immune system reaction, while a milk allergy is a digestive problem.

• Lactose intolerance is a digestive problem, while a milk allergy is an immune system reaction.

• Lactose intolerance causes rash and itchiness, while a milk allergy causes abdominal pain.

• Lactose intolerance is present from birth, while a milk allergy develops later in life.

What is the most common cause of primary lactose intolerance?

• Damage to the small intestine from conditions like Celiac disease.

• A genetic defect that prevents the body from producing lactase.

• A deficiency of the enzyme lactase.

• Consuming too much lactose-containing food.

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