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This diet is designed to minimize gastrointestinal (GI) disturbances associated with ingestion of the carbohydrate lactose, such as abdominal cramps, bloating, flatulence, increased GI motility and diarrhea.
MoonDragon's Health & Wellness: Lactose Intolerance
DESCRIPTION
This diet is individualized to provide the appropriate amount of lactose that a lactose-intolerant individual may tolerate. Milk and milk products are limited.
BASIC INFORMATION
Current research indicates that most lactose-intolerant individuals can consume 15 to 30 grams of lactose without experiencing severe symptoms. Tolerance level is highly individualized.
NUTRITIONAL ADEQUACY
This diet may provide adequate amounts of essential nutrients based on the use of lactose-reduced food choices. If lactose-reduced foods are not included the diet may be deficient in calcium, vitamin D or riboflavin.
FOOD GROUPS FOOD ALLOWED FOODS TO AVOID Milk & Dairy Milk substitutes and non-dairy products. Milk treated with lactose reducing enzymes. Milk or milk products in excess of allowed amounts. Avoid or decrease intake with development of intolerance. Meat & Meat Substitutes Any meat, fish and poultry except those listed to avoid, peanut butter. The following cheeses contain no detectable lactose and may be used if tolerated: brick, Swiss, Camembert, cheddar, colby, mozzarella, muenster, provolone. Eggs without milk. All other cheese and cheese products. Creamed meats. Casseroles made with foods to avoid. Breaded meats, fish or poultry. Eggs made with milk, souffles, quiche with milk or cream. Bread & Grains Breads, cereals, crackers. Quick breads such as muffins, biscuits, etc., in moderation if made with milk. Broth-type soups. Excessive use of commercial products with added milk or lactose. Milk or cream-based soups. Fruits & Vegetables Any fresh, canned or frozen. Artificial fruit juice containing lactose and dietetic fruits with added lactose. Creamed vegetables or vegetables in cheese sauce. Desserts & Sweets Sugar, honey, jelly, jams. Plain sugar candies such as gumdrops, jelly beans, marshmallows. Angel food cake, fruit ices, gelatin. Commercial mixes or baked products containing milk in moderation. Non-dairy frozen desserts. Cream candies, tablet candies containing lactose. Cream pies. Products with cream fillings, cream cheese or sour cream. Commercial puddings. Beverages Coffee, tea, carbonated beverages, cereal beverages, alcoholic beverages if allowed by your health care provider. Isomil, Pregestimil, ProSobee. Cocoa, ovaltine, cocoa malt, cocoa mixes, beverages containing cream. Miscellaneous Condiments, pure flavorings, popcorn, nuts, salt, vinegar, spices, lactate, lactic acid, lactalbumin, citric acid, MSG, margarine, butter, bacon, lard, mayonnaise, vegetable oils, vegetable shortenings. Most oil-based commercial salad dressings. Non-dairy whipped cream. Cream sauces, milk gravies, gum ascorbic acid tablets, spice blends with lactose added, peppermints, whey. Salad dressings with added milk or cheese not allowed. Sour cream, alone, or in spreads and dips, cream cheese, whipped cream, milk gravies.
LACTOSE-RESTRICTED DIET - Sample Menu
SUGGESTED MEAL PLAN SUGGESTED FOODS AND BEVERAGES BREAKFAST
Fruit Juice
Cereal
Meat / Meat Substitute
Bread-Margarine
Milk
Beverage
SUGGESTED BREAKFAST
Orange Juice with Calcium
Shredded Wheat
Soft Cooked Egg
Wheat Toast with Margarine
Lactose-free Milk
Coffee
DINNER - NOON OR EVENING MEAL
Meat / Meat Substitute
Potato / Potato Substitute
Vegetable and / or Salad
Bread - Margarine
Dessert
BeverageSUGGESTED LUNCH/DINNER
Baked Chicken
Brown Rice
Spinach, Sliced Tomato Salad
Wheat Bread with Margarine
Angel Food Cake, Strawberries
Coffee
SUPPER - EVENING OR NOON MEAL
Soup or Juice
Meat / Meat Substitute
Vegetable and / or Salad
Bread-Margarine
Dessert
Beverage
SUGGESTED SUPPER/DINNER
Apple Juice
Lean Roast Beef
Cooked Carrots, Three Bean Salad
Rye Bread
Fruit Sorbet
Coffee or Tea
NUTRIENT ANALYSIS
Calories Protein Carbohydrate Fat Cholesterol Dietary Fiber Vitamin A Vitamin C Niacin Riboflavin Thiamin Folate Calcium Phosphorus Zinc Iron Sodium Potassium 1843 Kcal 90 gm 250 gm 59 gm 373 mg 7 gm 2941 IU 152 mg 24 mg 1.5 mg 1.4 mg 325 mcg (varies) mg 1112 mg 11 mg 22 mg 1637 mg 2763 mg
NOTE: Bulk herbs are available through Mountain Rose Herbs and Nutritional Supplements are available through Herbal Remedies. To find supplements listed and not listed above, click on the links below:
RELATED LINKS
HELPFUL PRODUCTS & FURTHER EDUCATION
Prescription for Nutritional Healing: The A-To-Z Guide To Supplements
-- by Phyllis A. Balch, James F. Balch - 2nd Edition
Prescription for Nutritional Healing: The A-To-Z Guide To Supplements
-- by Phyllis A. Balch, James F. Balch - 4th Edition
Prescription for Herbal Healing: The A-To-Z Reference To Common Disorders
-- by Phyllis A. Balch
Educational materials and health products are available through Amazon.com. Use the search box provided below to search for a particular item.
HERBS, OILS, & SUPPLIES
Mountain Rose Bulk Herbs
Mountain Rose Aromatherapy Oils
Click Here To Visit Herbal Remedies Product Page
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