Lactose is a sugar that is in milk and milk products. Some people do not make enough of an enzyme called lactase, which digests lactose. When this happens it can cause gas, belly pain, diarrhea, and bloating. This is called lactose intolerance. This is not the same as a food allergy to milk.
With planning, your child can avoid lactose and still eat a tasty and nutritious diet. And your child can still get enough calcium to build and maintain healthy bones. Your doctor and dietitian will help you design a diet. It will be based on your child's level of lactose intolerance and what your child likes to eat. Always talk with your doctor or dietitian before you make changes in your child's diet.
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