Food allergies and sensitivities

Question 1

Lactose intolerance eti/epi

Answer 1

• primary or secondary (bacterial overgrowth, enteritis, celiac, IBD)
• native americans, african descent, hispanics

Question 2

lactose intolerance s/s

Answer 2

abd pain, bloating, flatulence, D, poss V s/p ingesting lactose

Question 3

lactose intolerance mgmt

Answer 3

• avoid milk & ice cream (highest lactose)
• yogurt & cheese have less, can supp Ca
• lactase supp (variable results) - add Lactaid to milk & let sit overnight