Lactose is usually only discussed in the context of intolerance. This intolerance can make us feel bloated, gassy and uncomfortable. But from cow’s milk to yoghurt and even breast milk, lactose is everywhere! So, can it really be that bad for us?
In today’s short episode of ZOE Science & Nutrition, we’re joined by Dr Will B. to find out.
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Studies referenced in the episode:
Nature: How humans’ ability to digest milk evolved from famine and disease
PubMed Central (PMC)
PubMed Central (PMC)
PubMed Central (PMC)
https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/conditions-and-diseases/lactose-intolerance
The Importance of Lactose in the Human Diet: Outcomes of a Mexican Consensus Meeting:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6893676/
Episode transcripts are available here.
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