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Can yogurt be included in the diet of a person suffering from lactose intolerance?

April 26, 2017diet included Intolerance Lactose person yogurt

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Can yogurt be included in the diet of a person suffering from lactose intolerance?

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Yes. The bacteria cultures in yogurt produce the enzyme lactase, which helps the digestion of lactose. In addition, yogurt is rich in calcium, phosphorus and the B vitamins. These cultures can also help restore the balance of bacterial flora, which is naturally present in the intestine.