Fed up with the symptoms of lactose intolerance?

It is estimated that up to 75% of the world’s population is lactose intolerant to some extent. This is not really surprising: Humans are the only mammals on earth to continue to consume milk after weaning.

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Lactose intolerance is the inability to digest lactose (milk sugar), which is broken down by an enzyme called lactase. The production of lactase enzyme dramatically reduces after the age of two and many ethnic populations do not produce lactase at all after weaning.

Lactose and dairy intolerance can lead to alternating bouts of nausea, diarrhoea and constipation. Symptoms that can lead to serious health risks such as anaemia and osteoporosis if not adequately controlled.

Radiance® Digest Dairy is a digestive enzyme formula that may assist lactose and dairy intolerance sufferers combat the discomfort associated with enjoying the occasional dairy containing snack or meal.

(Originally published in Health & Herbal News Magazine Volume 17, Issue 3)

 
 
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