Hmmmm, have you just received your test results from Allergy Test Australia and have learned that you have a food intolerance to many items? This probably explains your fatigue, stomach issues, and headache! If you often have a bloated stomach then it may also be a symptom of food intolerance rather than you simply eating too much. Or, could they be symptoms of lactose intolerance? Read on to find out more about the symptoms of lactose intolerance and also an intolerance test.
We all sometimes realise that our eyes are bigger than our belly, but sometimes this is not necessarily the case, and your bloated stomach may be one of the symptoms of lactose intolerance. This blog post will help you understand the finer details of living a lactose-free life in Australia, as well as explaining the benefits of an intolerance test.
What are the symptoms of lactose intolerance?
Lactose is the carbohydrate which is naturally found in all kinds of milk, including human milk! This popular carbohydrate can also be used as an ingredient in some foods, which may explain symptoms similar to a bloated stomach, headache or fatigue. Lactose itself can cause a variety of unpleasant symptoms after it is consumed, leading to flatulence, diarrhea and even vomiting, as well as other aforementioned symptoms. For a full list of ingredients which contain lactose, please click here.
What items should you be avoiding?
Unfortunately, lactose is in a lot of our most popular foods. The most common foods which you should avoid include milk, butter, cheese, yoghurt and even whey. If you recognise any of these foods as a staple of your diet and you also recognise the symptoms of lactose intolerance, then you should immediately get yourself tested. This is because symptoms like a bloated stomach or a headache can affect the way you live your life, both socially and at work. You can order an intolerance test here.
Doing an Elimination Diet
Obviously, if you are proven to be lactose intolerant, then you should remove all foods and ingredients that contain lactose from your diet. If you are still experiencing symptoms of lactose intolerance then we suggest you speak to a Doctor and seek other foods that have the same nutritional benefits as the foods that you are removing.
For more information on the symptoms of lactose intolerance, please check out our website, and if you would like to speak to one of our Customer Service advisors, then you can do via LiveChat on www.allergytestaustralia.com.
