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Allergy & intolerance

Food intolerance

Experts often use the term "food intolerance" to describe adverse reactions to food in which the body's immune system is not involved.

Understanding food intolerance

Calling food intolerance a scientific void ignores existing scientific evidence, claims Food Intolerance Network co-founder Dr Howard Dengate.

Lactose intolerant? Take note

There are many millions of people who must be cautious about consuming milk and milk by-products. Here's what you need to look out for if you're one of them.

Could you be lactose intolerant?

An estimated 70% of adults suffer from some degree of lactose intolerance. If you react negatively to dairy, this article is for you.

Help for milk intolerance

Recently, a number of milk substitutes have appeared on the market which can make the life of lactose or milk intolerant people much easier. We take a closer look at the condition.

Allergy vs. intolerance

There are different types of non-immune reactions to food. In this article on food intolerance, DietDoc explains the basics.

Down about dairy?

Many people have trouble digesting dairy foods, a condition is known as lactose intolerance.

Lactose intolerant? Maybe not

Many people who think they're lactose intolerant may not be, a report says, paving the way for more people to eat dairy products, thus helping to ensure adequate nutrition.

Lactose intolerance: some dairy OK

Children with lactose intolerance are missing out on essential nutrients by avoiding dairy, and could benefit from probiotics and aged cheeses, experts say.