Everything you've heard about lactose is wrong | Dr Will Bulsiewicz

In today’s short episode of ZOE Science & Nutrition, Jonathan and Will ask: Is lactose as dangerous as we’ve been led to believe?

Lactose is usually only discussed in the context of intolerance. This intolerance can make us feel bloated, gassy and uncomfortable. But from cow’s milk to yoghurt and even breast milk, lactose is everywhere! So, can it really be that bad for us?

In today’s short episode of ZOE Science & Nutrition, we’re joined by Dr Will B. to find out.

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Studies referenced in the episode:
How humans’ ability to digest milk evolved from famine and disease: https://www.nature.com/articles/d4158...

Effects of Prebiotic and Probiotic Supplementation on Lactase Deficiency and Lactose Intolerance: A Systematic Review of Controlled Trials: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/arti...

Improving lactose digestion and symptoms of lactose intolerance with a novel galacto-oligosaccharide (RP-G28): a randomized, double-blind clinical trial: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/arti...

Impact of short-chain galactooligosaccharides on the gut microbiome of lactose-intolerant individuals: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/arti...

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