How to replace dairy in your diet
METRO — Dairy is not necessarily a strong addition to every individual’s diet. For those who have difficulty digesting lactose, the sugar found in dairy can be harmful, and consuming cheese, milk, yogurt, and even butter can produce undesirable symptoms such as bloating, gas, diarrhea, and general intestinal upset. Lactose intolerance often runs in families, says Johns Hopkins Medicine. In some cases, the small intestine stops making lactase after an injury or after an infection or disease. Some people avoid dairy products because they do not consume animal products. Concerns over ...
