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Changes in gut microbiota and lactose intolerance symptoms before and after daily lactose supplementation in individuals with the lactase nonpersistent genotype.
The American journal of clinical nutrition - 1 Mar 2024
JanssenDuijghuijsen Lonneke, Looijesteijn Ellen, van den Belt Maartje, Gerhard Beatrix, Ziegler Martin, Ariens Renata, Tjoelker Reina, Geurts Jan
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BACKGROUND: Approximately 70%-100% of the Asian adult population is lactase nonpersistent (LNP). The literature shows that many individuals with the LNP-genotype can consume ≤12 g of lactose without experiencing gastrointestinal discomfort. Repetitive consumption of lactose may reduce intolerance symptoms via adaptation of the gut microbiota. OBJECTIVE: This study aimed to assess the effects of daily consumption...
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