How is lactose intolerance managed?
You can change your diet to manage your symptoms. Most people with lactose intolerance do not have to give up milk or milk products. You may be able to tolerate milk and milk products if you • drink small amounts of milk—4 ounces or less—at a time • drink small amounts of milk with meals • gradually add small amounts of milk and milk products to your diet and see how you feel • eat milk products that are easier for people with lactose intolerance to digest, such as yogurt and hard cheeses like cheddar and Swiss You can also use over-the-counter products that may help you digest milk and milk products. You can • take a tablet that contains the lactase enzyme when you eat foods that contain lactose • add liquid lactase drops to liquid milk products You can also find lactose-free and lactose-reduced milk and milk products at the grocery store. These products have the same nutrients and benefits as regular milk.
