Lactose Intolerant

[LouiseC 1,031]

I am eight weeks out from surgery and to date everything has gone really well.

over the past week I have had several episodes of sudden onset diarrhea, bloating, cramps and wind. This has been bothering me as you can imagine! I think I may have developed post operative lactose intolerance. I am starting to eliminate milk and milk products from today to test this out.

I have researched a bit online and find conflicting views on whether or not yoghurt is a no no for lactose intolerance. I love my Greek yoghurt and it has become a Protein mainstay in my diet. Do I need to farewell it?

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[kysia81 11]

I can't have sour cream or ice cream anymore:(

[kysia81 11]

Yogurt I can have!!! No issues just no to milk, ice cream and sour cream

[Pookeyism 1,143]

The best way to tell if your body tolerates it is, well, if ti tolerates it. That is why I suggest a daily journal that not just tells wha tyou ate - but a general note of headaches, cramps, excessive gas, runny stool, etc...while your body "learns".

[DebInAZ 76]

Has anyone tried almond milk unsweetened with their Protein Drink it is absolutely delish! just add a little cinnamon to the vanilla or chocolate or maybe a little instant coffee, I also add about 5 drops of liquid stevia.

[Pookeyism 1,143]

Also Mootopia is a HEB brand milk that is lactose free, 50% less sugar and 12g protien for 8 oz.

[sassypants 674]

I am lactose intolerant was before and still am after I use semi skimmed lactose free milk and also alpro hazelnut milk.

Its actually made from hazelnuts and Water which is good in say my chocolate cookie shake.< /p>

Look up and see if you can get lactose free stuff some of it taste bland like the cheese but I am in the uk maybe you will have better luck.

I tried other things like soy and stuff but honestly I hated milk/milkshakes/hot chocolate before the op anyway so the fact I have to drink shakes everyday now is hard work I hate them!

Good luck it’s a bit of a pain some medication they suggest after you can’t take if your lactose intolerant and the stuff suggested to eat is like nope no no no like the cheese lol

[LouiseC 1,031]

Sassy pants, I am in New Zealand, a country economically dependent on diary, so I may have less options! Lol.

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[sassypants 674]

this was posted to me in my newbi thread "try nectar line by Syntrax" i checked it out and its appenrently gluten and dairy free its made from soy Protein i think, has a sweetner i am not happy about honestly and not tried it myself but i will buy one and see.

thought it might help you too as a alternative to milk/based stuff