Lactose in-tolerance?
Care # 41
Tl;Dr
Around 65% of the global population is lactose intolerant, and the prevalence increases with age.
Lactose intolerance symptoms occur when the body cannot properly digest dairy’s carbohydrate content due to low levels of lactase.
Gut health and skin conditions are closely linked, making dairy intolerance a potential trigger for skin issues like acne and eczema.
Dairy alternatives and lactase enzymes can offer solutions, but eliminating dairy often improves gut health.
Non-dairy sources of calcium, such as almonds, sardines, and leafy greens, provide nutrient-rich alternatives to dairy.
Connections to Dairy and Health
Origins
Lactose Intolerance Mechanism: Insufficient lactase production leads to lactose intolerance, causing symptoms like bloating, diarrhea, and nausea. Triggers include intestinal damage, antibiotic use, poor diet, and inflammation.
Modern Dairy Composition: Most dairy comes from A1 Holstein cows, which produce A1 casein, a protein linked to gut inflammation and digestive issues.
Hormonal Load in Dairy: Modern dairy contains over 60 hormones, including estrogen and growth hormones, due to practices like milking pregnant cows, potentially contributing to inflammation and hormone-related health issues.
Dependencies
Gut-Skin Connection: Conditions like acne and eczema may reflect underlying gut health issues, worsened by lactose intolerance and candida overgrowth.
Dietary Adjustments: Consuming A2 dairy (e.g., goat, sheep, Jersey, or Guernsey cows) or dairy alternatives can mitigate the inflammatory effects of modern dairy.
Calcium Sources Beyond Dairy: Almonds, sardines, salmon with bones, and leafy greens provide essential calcium without the digestive or inflammatory drawbacks of dairy.
Consequences
Health Risks of Excessive Dairy: High dairy intake is linked to increased fracture risks, digestive problems, and allergies. It may also contribute to autoimmune conditions and hormone-driven cancers like prostate cancer.
Improved Skin and Gut Health: Reducing or eliminating dairy often leads to noticeable improvements in gut health, clearer skin, and reduced inflammation.
Better Digestive Tolerance: Choosing lactose-free options, A2 dairy, or plant-based alternatives reduces symptoms of lactose intolerance and supports overall digestive health.
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ACCELERATE CARE
Test Your Tolerance: Consider eliminating dairy for a week to see if symptoms improve, especially if you experience digestive discomfort, skin issues, or fatigue.
Opt for A2 Dairy: Choose dairy from A2-producing breeds (e.g., Jersey or Guernsey cows) or goat and sheep milk to reduce inflammatory effects and digestive issues.
Explore Non-Dairy Protein: Try goat whey as a high-protein alternative to cow-based protein powders for less inflammatory options.
Choose Dairy Alternatives: Experiment with plant-based milk, such as almond or coconut milk, and fermented options like coconut yogurt or kefir.
Limit Modern Dairy: Avoid conventional dairy products from A1 cows, particularly those with added hormones.
Diversify Calcium Sources: Incorporate non-dairy calcium options like almonds, leafy greens, and sardines into your diet to support bone health.
Monitor Your Skin and Gut Health: Pay attention to how your skin reflects your gut’s condition. Reducing sugar and dairy can lead to improvements in both.
Consider Lactase Enzymes: If you occasionally consume dairy, lactase enzymes can help digest it more comfortably.
Be Informed About Hormonal Impact: Avoid high-hormone dairy products to minimize inflammation and hormone-driven health risks.
Some tough-love 💕
What if dairy is sabotaging your health? Are you ready to let it go?
Sources
Dr Mark Hyman - How Dairy Is DESTROYING Your Gut Health! Mark Hyman Dr. Elizabeth Boham
Dr Eric Berg - Kill Candida with Keto and Intermittent Fasting
Dr. Mindy Pelz - The 3 Key Vitamins & Nutrients To CLEAR UP Your Skin Acne | Dr. Mindy Pelz
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