Why does butter contain so little lactose?
Fans of cooking and butter sandwiches will be delighted to learn that butter, even though it comes from milk, contains only a small amount of lactose. Are you lactose intolerant? Find out more about butter and its lactose content in this...
The top 10 foods richest in lactose?
If so many foods labelled 'lactose-free' are appearing, it's because many consumers are prone to lactose intolerance (the sugar in milk, a complex carbohydrate that becomes increasingly difficult to digest over the years). It's also because of the omnipresence of...
How do you know if you are intolerant to FODMAPs?
One of the new food intolerances, FODMAP intolerance could actually play a role in irritable bowel syndrome, or "functional colopathy". LACTOLERANCE helps you to better understand the symptoms linked to poor absorption of FODMAPs by the body, so you can detect whether or not you are suffering from...
What FODMAP foods should I avoid?
Do you suffer, or think you suffer, from food intolerance to FODMAPs, or even irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) or "functional colopathy"? LACTOLERANCE can help you redefine your eating habits by presenting you with a non-exhaustive list of foods rich in FODMAPs, to be eaten in moderation on a daily basis for a better...
Tasty alternatives: 10 calcium-rich foods for the lactose intolerant
Lactose intolerance shouldn't deprive you of your daily dose of calcium! Even if dairy products are not an option, there are many calcium-rich alternatives that can fit perfectly into your diet. In this article, discover 10 delicious and nutritious foods...
The origins of lactose intolerance
Lactose intolerance is a common digestive disorder, affecting millions of people worldwide (almost 75% of the world's population). But what is the origin of this phenomenon and what role do hereditary traits play in its development? Let's delve into the mechanisms of this condition to...
Say yes to lactose with Lactolérance!
Explore a world of unrestricted flavours with our lactase-based food supplements! Welcome to Lactolerance, your ally in the discovery of an uncompromising lifestyle in the face of lactose intolerance. Find out how our expertise in lactase-based food supplements can help you...
These 7 medicines contain lactose
Lactose can be found in the ingredients of many foods, from dairy products to ready-made meals and cold meats, but it is also an ingredient in many medicines and food supplements. LACTOLERANCE reveals 7 commonly used medicines that contain lactose, to help...
Recipe: 100% homemade lactose-free hamburger
A fast-food icon and comfort food par excellence, the hamburger can nevertheless cause real digestive discomfort in lactose-intolerant people, due to certain ingredients in its original recipe. Discover our lactose-free hamburger recipe: tasty, delicious and suitable for a wide range of people...
Sport: how can you stay competitive on a lactose-free diet?
People who are lactose intolerant and sportspeople have in common that they have diets adapted to their needs and constraints, the former to ensure digestive comfort and the latter to achieve their physical and health goals. But what about people in these situations?
Health: how do you deal with osteoporosis and lactose intolerance?
Osteoporosis is a widespread disease of the skeleton. It weakens the bones and requires adequate calcium intake to compensate for the resulting loss of bone density. On the other hand, lactose intolerance or alactasia is a digestive discomfort caused by the consumption of lactose by people who are lactose intolerant....
Festive meals: where is the lactose hiding in your feast?
Festive meals are full of all kinds of delights, but lactose hidden in certain food traps can spoil your celebrations. In this article, let's delve into the world of festive foods and find out where those little doses of lactose are hiding. At Lactolerance we tell you how...
Stop confusing lactose intolerance with cow's milk protein allergy
Lactose intolerance and cow's milk protein allergy (CMPA) are characterised by common digestive problems. However, there are fundamental differences between these conditions, which can have undesirable and even disabling effects. Lactolerance helps you to avoid confusing lactose intolerance and CMPA, so you can make the right diagnosis...
Dairy-free recipes for desserts and snacks
Lactose intolerance means adopting new eating habits, and in particular favouring home-made foods to help manage your lactose intake on a daily basis. Because the pleasure of eating well is essential, even in the case of chosen or imposed dietary restrictions, here are a few inspirations...
Why do I have trouble digesting my whey?
Also known as protein powder, whey is ideal for athletes who want to improve their sporting performance and build muscle mass. It is also ideal for people whose diet is insufficient to cover their daily protein requirements. However,...
Lactose-reduced dairy products that are safe to eat
"Gluten-free", "vegan", "kosher", "halal": the food industry is becoming increasingly inclusive, in line with the needs, constraints and preferences of today's consumers. Lactose-reduced dairy products, for example, can be adapted to the eating habits of people who are lactose intolerant. Find out more about lactose-free products that can...
How do I prepare lactose-free meals?
Although lactose intolerance is synonymous with constraints and dietary restrictions, there are an increasing number of alternatives that make it easy to prepare lactose-free meals on a daily basis. Find out how to cook without lactose but with plenty of flavour, in perfect harmony with your diet from a healthy point of view...
What foods can lactose-intolerant people eat?
People with lactose intolerance are forced to adopt new eating habits to counter the onset of uncomfortable, even disabling symptoms, by limiting their consumption of certain foods and replacing most dairy products with lactose-free alternatives. In this article, find out about specific nutritional recommendations...
How can you tell if a baby is intolerant to cow's milk?
Intolerance to cow's milk, and more specifically to lactose, affects a large number of people throughout the world. This intolerance most often appears in adulthood, when our body produces less lactase. It should not be confused with the rarer cow's milk allergy, which can lead to an allergic reaction...
How can I find out about my food intolerances?
In our day-to-day lives, we may experience a wide range of symptoms, discomforts or discomfort whose origins we find hard to pin down. Migraines, stomach aches, difficulty digesting: the list of symptoms can be diverse, vary from one person to another and above all...
Interview with Julie Delorme, nutritionist and expert in digestive disorders
At Lactolérance, your digestive well-being is a priority! We make it a point of honour to give you all our advice and tips on how to live better with lactose intolerance on a daily basis. To do this, we regularly call on recognised experts in the fields of nutrition...
Professionals & Lactose intolerance screening centres
Lactose intolerance test: where to get tested? Here is the list (not exhaustive) of health professionals and centres that carry out lactose intolerance tests. If a centre or health professional concerned with lactose intolerance is not listed on this page, please click...
Heartburn and lactose intolerance
Heartburn is a painful sensation in the epigastrium due to the hypersecretion of acidic gastric juices. Gastric acidity is harmful to the walls of the stomach and oesophagus (the digestive tract that connects the stomach to the oral cavity), and this pain can last from a few minutes to a few hours.
Lactose-free foods: Striking a balance with complete peace of mind
Find out how to navigate the world of lactose-free foods with Lactolérance. If you are one of the millions of French people suffering from lactose intolerance, this article offers you a guide to a balanced, worry-free diet... The challenges of lactose intolerance in everyday life Meals...