Who Can Become Lactose Intolerant?

Lactose intolerance builds up over time in humans. Meaning that the older you are the more likely you are to become lactose intolerant. Lactase, which breaks down lactose, starts being produced from age two. If you injure your lower intestine or have a disease such as celiac disease, inflammatory bowel disease, or Crohn’s disease, a lactase deficiency will occur, giving you lactose intolerance. They also now know that lactose intolerance is passed down genetically. People who are of Asian, Native American, Hispanic, or African decent are more likely to be lactose intolerant. Some medications cause lactose intolerance because they stop the production of lactase. Another cause is infections on the digestive track, which cause temporary lactose intolerance.