by Russell Eaton Lactose is present in all kinds of animal milks. Goat milk, for example, has about 5 to 10% more lactose than cow’s milk. In the past it was thought that only a minority of people suffered from lactose intolerance, but the latest research is dispelling this myth. The reality is that virtually all people are lactose intolerant – it’s just a matter of degree. With lactose intolerance the body is unable to digest lactose properly, causing varying degrees of nausea, cramps, bloating, gas, and diarrhea, which begin about 30 minutes to 2 hours after milk consumption. The symptoms vary depending on the amount of lactose consumed and the tolerance of the consumer. Lactose intolerance usually gets worse as you get older (you don’t outgrow it), with … Read entire article »