Lactose is a sugar found in milk. Once ingested, the body uses an enzyme called lactase to break down this sugar so that the body can absorb it. People with lactose intolerance lack this enzyme, which makes their bodies react negatively when they ingest lactose food. However, even without being lactose intolerant, there are numerous benefits to a lactose-free diet. Discover some of these here. Less Bloating One of the things you will notice once you cut off lactose is less bloating. Bloating happens when the GI tract is filled with gas or air. The GI tract runs ...Read more
