Bloating and lactose intolerance
You may be one of those people who do not digest milk and its derivatives (intestinal pain, bloating, diarrhoea, ...) because of lactose intolerance, like 40 % of the French. This poses problems in your daily life, as most of the products you eat are lactose intolerant.
The enzyme lactase and lactose intolerance
What is lactase? Lactase or "lactase-phloridzin hydrolase" is an enzyme that belongs to the family of Beta galactosidases: it is a group of enzymes whose main function is to break down complex sugars into simple sugars. Lactase is composed of more than 1900 amino acids and is excreted by the liver.
Lactose intolerance test: the genetic test
The genetic test (DNA test) for lactose intolerance is a biological test that looks for the genotype of a person with suspected lactose intolerance. Lactose intolerance is the inability of the intestinal cells to break down lactose (milk sugar) into simple sugars (glucose and galactose)...
Lactose
What is lactose? Lactose is the sugar in milk, whether it is breast milk or animal milk (cow's milk, goat's milk, sheep's milk, etc.). Lactose is formed from the combination of 2 "simple" sugars (glucose and galactose). Lactose cannot be assimilated directly...
Breath Hydrogen Test: Breathing test for lactose intolerance
The Breath Hydrogen Test (BHT) is a test to assess the intestinal digestion of lactose (milk sugar) and to detect lactose intolerance, a syndrome defined by the inability of the intestinal cells to break down lactose into simple sugars (glucose and galactose) due to the presence of lactose.
Gas and lactose intolerance
The presence of gas in the digestive tract has two origins: gases (nitrogen, oxygen and carbon dioxide) from the air swallowed during swallowing and gases (hydrogen and methane) produced by the intestinal flora during digestion. This gas production is a major factor in the...
Lactose intolerance tests
On a day-to-day basis, lactose intolerance can cause a number of problems: stomach upsets, bloating and diarrhoea. There are almost 5 million people in France who suffer from this type of digestive problem as soon as they consume milk products. The link between these problems and...
Lactose-free ice cream?
Did you know? Ice cream is France's favourite summer dessert. In France, we consume an average of 6 litres per person per year. Is there lactose in ice cream? It depends... To be precise, "ice cream" is not "ice cream"...
Testimony of Isabelle, lactose intolerant
"Here's what makes life easier: take one capsule of Lactolérance 1 Day every day, and you're fine!"💊 Isabelle, January 2020 "My encounter with Lactolérance..." My name is Isabelle and I'm lactose intolerant (diagnosed by the team of dieticians at the Montpellier Cancer Institute)...
Misfits
Lactose intolerance saves your life among superheroes! Lactose intolerance versus lactokinesis: a means of survival in superheroes against "the shittiest power ever"... In Misfits, a British TV series from 2009, lactose intolerance ends up being a life-saving condition.
The Heart has its Reasons
"Damn my lactose allergy and its disastrous effects on the ozone layer!" About the inconvenience of lactose intolerance when you find yourself buried alive and trying to get out of it by pushing the coffin lid with all your might... Cult series, The Heart Has Its Reasons* does not...
The Big Bang Theory
TV series are fond of funny allusions to lactose intolerance, an inexhaustible source of situational comedy, in everyday scenes - and embarrassing ones at that. Leonard Hofstadter (played by Johnny Galecki), the hypochondriac character in the American sitcom The Big Bang Theory, created by Chuck Lorre and Bill Prady...
Testimony of Katia, whose daughter Juliette is lactose intolerant
"Magical! Fabulous! Seeing the stars in my daughter's eyes when we bought her an ice cream on a walk, I'll remember that for a long time". Juliette, aged 7, is lactose intolerant, and was only diagnosed at the age of 5. We've learnt to cook differently, but...
Lactose-free rice pudding
Rice pudding is the ultimate childhood dessert! But there's a world of difference between industrial rice pudding, canteen rice pudding and homemade rice pudding! Here's a lactose-free recipe that's easy enough to make at home, and...
Lactose intolerance: 4 key symptoms and 5 diagnostic tests
Introduction Lactose intolerance is a common digestive disorder affecting 75% of the world's population. Symptoms of this condition, which results from a deficiency in lactase, the enzyme needed to digest lactose, include bloating, diarrhoea, flatulence and other digestive discomforts. In this in-depth article,...
Lactose-free gratin dauphinois
Gratin dauphinois is a great classic of French gastronomy. It can be eaten as a side dish (with grilled meats in summer, for example) or as a main course with a salad. Gratin dauphinois can also be made lactose-free! The secret to a melting gratin dauphinois...
Testimony of Philippe, lactose intolerant
"Lactolérance 4500, a little box that has revolutionised my life" Before a friend told me about Lactolérance, I think I can say that my life was very "uncomfortable". For twenty years, I had been following a strict lactose-free diet that was extremely restrictive...
Testimony of Valerie, lactose intolerant
"Lactolerance 9000: when I took my first capsule and saw that it worked, I cried!" I'm totally lactose intolerant, even a trace of butter on a knife can make me sick... 🤮 So my life was terrible: I was always...
Causes of lactose intolerance
Key facts: Although lactose intolerance is hereditary and irreversible (it affects the majority of the world's population), certain accidental causes (illnesses or medical treatments) can provoke, accelerate or aggravate it. In all cases, the symptoms are the same after consuming lactose-containing products, and different...
Lactose-Free Strawberry Tart: a summer treat without the discomfort
Lactose-free Strawberry Tart recipe for 6 to 7 people Discover the delicious lactose-free strawberry tart, a summer classic revisited to satisfy your taste buds without any fuss. Lactolerance presents an irresistible recipe with crispy shortcrust pastry, vanilla custard and succulent strawberry...
Lactose intolerance: what to eat
Here are 7 dietary strategies to keep in mind when suffering from lactose intolerance: find the hidden lactose distinguish lactose products from lactose-free products compensate for the avoidance of dairy products control dairy products containing only traces of lactose substitute "fake" (vegetable) dairy products for milk secure your diet by eating healthy foods.
Testimony of Nicolas, lactose intolerant
"I'll always remember that day" That day when I dined in a cheese restaurant. I couldn't go through with the meal, I spent several hours completely bent double from stomach cramps, huddled in the toilet, inundated with sweat. A terrible memory... I...
Lactose intolerance: 5 things to know
#1 What is lactose and lactase? Lactose is the sugar (or carbohydrate) in milk - regardless of the type of milk (cow's milk, sheep's milk, goat's milk, infant milk or even breast milk) and its presentation (whole, pasteurised, semi-skimmed or skimmed milk, milk in...
Lactose-free cheese ?
Lactose-free cheese, an impossible equation? 🧀 Aaaah cheese 😋 ! That savoury treat between the main course and the dessert that the whole world envies us (Cocorico 🇫🇷). For people with lactose intolerance, this food represents a lot of anxiety! But did you know that...
Steak with green pepper and garlic hash browns
A classic of French gastronomy, quick and easy to make! Ingredients Serves 4: - 4 beef tenderloin steaks - 4 large potatoes - 40 cl of soy cream - 3 cloves of garlic - 2 large tablespoons of green pepper - 1 bouillon cube - 2 tablespoons...
Lactose-free chocolate-hazelnut spread
Do you like Nutella? You'll love Naturola! A chocolate-hazelnut spread that is lactose-free and ORGANIC! Ingredients For 1 jar of 400 g - 170 g of hazelnut puree (in organic shops) - 120 g of dark chocolate - 10 cl of almond milk - 1 tablespoon of...
Tuna flan with leek (or tomato) coulis
A lactose-free recipe, simple to make, which will be delicious at the table but also ideal for a picnic or as an aperitif! Ingredients For a flan for 4 to 6 people: - 200 g of tuna in brine - 400 g of soy cream - 4 eggs - 4 eggs - 4...
Tuna pennee, a lactose-free recipe
An ultra-quick recipe for the whole family, to be enjoyed hot or cold. Ingredients Serves 4: - 500 g penne - 250 g tuna in olive oil - 250 g soy cream - 1 lemon peel - chopped parsley - 1 red pepper (optional) - olive oil, salt, pepper from the...
Is lactose-free ice cream possible?
Did you know that? Ice cream is the favourite dessert of the French during the summer. In France, we consume an average of 6 litres per year per person. Is there lactose in ice cream? It depends... To be precise, an "ice cream" is not an "ice cream": an ice cream is a sweetened cream...
Lactose-free duck breast
What could be more delicious than a duck breast? Here it is accompanied by endives to balance this delicious dish. Ingredients Serves 4: - 4 duck fillets - 1 raft of watercress - 8 endives - 1 tbsp. sugar - 1 tbsp. water - 4 tbsp.
Lactose-free chicken Marengo
A traditional French recipe, a dish simmered for the pleasure of tasting a melting and soft chicken and without lactose, obviously! Ingredients Serves 4: - 1 chicken in pieces- 400 g of crushed tomatoes- 250 g of button mushrooms- 12 black olives- 1 tbsp of tomatoes- 1 tbsp of...
Is a lactose-free aperitif possible?
The aperitif is often a time when we limit ourselves to the bare minimum to avoid getting sick and we sometimes spoil the party. Here are our tips on how to avoid the pitfalls and stop being an outcast. We have classified the foods very simply: lactose-free, lactose-free, lactose-free, lactose-free, lactose-free, lactose-free, lactose-free, lactose-free, lactose...
Lactose-free cherry clafoutis, recipe from Grandma
A classic summer dessert, best made with fresh cherries. Ingredients Serves 4 - 500 g pitted cherries- 150 g flour- 100 g sugar- 40 cl almond milk- 4 tsp icing sugar- 4 eggs- Olive oil Preparation: 15 minutes....
Lactose-free Thai chicken with cashew nuts
Thai cuisine is renowned for its unique blend of sweet, salty, sour and spicy flavours. This recipe for Thai chicken with cashew nuts is a real explosion of flavours, combining the tenderness of the chicken with the crunchiness of the vegetables and cashew nuts, all wrapped in...
Sole fillets with orange, lactose-free fish recipe
Want to impress your friends? Here is an original, light and fragrant recipe, perfect for summer. Ingredients - 12 fillets of sole- 4 oranges with juice + 10 cl of juice- 2 to 3 table oranges- 25 cl of dry white wine- 2 chopped onions- 2 teaspoons of...
Lactose-free apple-pear-almond cake
An original, light and delicious fruit-based dessert! Ingredients Serves 4: - 6 pears - 6 apples - 50 g margarine - 50 g brown sugar - 10 cl white wine - 5 cl strawberry liqueur - 100 g almond powder - 100 g raisins - 100 g pears...
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