And in any case neither goat s, sheep s nor Soya milk is suitable for infants. If you suspect that your child suffers from lactose intolerance, you should really see your GP who can refer you to a dietician. Try keeping a food diary for month or two, noting what you or your child eats or drinks as well as any symptoms. A clear pattern between certain foods and unwanted symptoms may show up, and you can then exclude the foods. There are a number of points to keep in mind.
People differ in their sensitivity to lactose.
Cow s milk contains a cocktail of proteins. You may be able to tolerate some milk products but not others. Some people can tolerate butter or UHT products, while others react to any milk protein in any form. Other people will tolerate milk in tea, but not when it s taken alone. Remember that milk is often hidden.