Once again, lactose intolerance is one type of food intolerance . It's not an allergy. Milk allergies occur when the body's immune system reacts to the protein in milk. Lactose intolerance occurs when the body has trouble breaking down the milk sugar . If are lactose intolerant you may experience some symptoms such as bloating, nausea, gas, diarrhea, and abdominal discomfort after eating or drinking foods containing lactose.
Many people have less severe symptoms and can handle a glass of milk.
Others may feel discomfort after drinking a small amount. True or False 1. Lactose intolerance is the same as being allergic to milk. True False 2. If I have lactose intolerance, I can't tolerate any milk or dairy products at all.