Enzyme: How to Increase the Amount in Your Diet
What Is Enzyme ?
Lactase is the enzyme in the small intestine that digests
lactose (the naturally occurring sugar in milk). A few children
and many people after childhood do not produce sufficient
lactase, which impairs the body's ability to digest milk. These
individuals are lactose intolerant. Lactase drops can be added
to regular milk twenty-four hours before drinking to reduce
lactose levels. Lactose-reduced milk is also available and can
be used in the same quantities as regular milk. Lactase drops,
capsules, and tablets can also be taken directly, as needed,
immediately before a meal containing dairy products. The degree
of lactose intolerance varies by individual, so a greater or
lesser amount of lactase may be needed to eliminate symptoms of
lactose intolerance.
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