Lactose Intolerance
disease · Digestive System Diseases; Congenital, Hereditary, and Neonatal Diseases and Abnormalities; Nutritional and Metabolic Diseases
Nutrients connected to Lactose Intolerance
A link means the body needs the nutrient for this, or that low intake is linked to it. It does not mean extra supplements help if your intake is already adequate; each link shows how strong the evidence is.
- Digestive enzyme supplementsPreliminary or mixed
NIDDK says lactase tablets or drops can help some people manage symptoms; the NHS says a lactase supplement may reduce or prevent symptoms for some people. Lactase does not raise the body's own lactase, and children and pregnant or breastfeeding women should check with a doctor first.
- CalciumDeficiency link
People with lactose intolerance are often at higher risk of low calcium intake.
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