04-18-2009, 08:33 AM
(Naveed adds for reference: world lactose intolerance map http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:LacIntol-World2.png)
If you are lactose-intolerant, you know you need to monitor your diet to prevent uncomfortable gas and bloating.
But dairy products aren’t the only culprits. The National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse lists these non-dairy foods that may also contain lactose:
Health Tips
* Margarine and different types of salad dressing.
* Snack foods, including candy.
* Breads, baked products and processed cereals.
* Soups, meal-replacement supplements, instant potato products and instant breakfast drinks.
* Cookie, pancake and biscuit mixes.
If you are lactose-intolerant, you know you need to monitor your diet to prevent uncomfortable gas and bloating.
But dairy products aren’t the only culprits. The National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse lists these non-dairy foods that may also contain lactose:
Health Tips
* Margarine and different types of salad dressing.
* Snack foods, including candy.
* Breads, baked products and processed cereals.
* Soups, meal-replacement supplements, instant potato products and instant breakfast drinks.
* Cookie, pancake and biscuit mixes.