Allergic to milk?

Question

When I drink milk, I get bloated & nauseated. So I switched to reduced lactose milk and I am fine.

Drinking tea, coffee with regular milk gets me sick...but when I cook food such as cheese macaroni, scalloped potato with regular milk, I don't get sick.

I wonder why this is happening?

Answer 1

lactose is a sugar. you are sensitive to lactose in its purest form. once cooked, the sugar changes it's chemical make up.

Answer 2

Most people are actually lactose intolerant. Even if they don't have the "symptoms" they lack the enzyme necessary to digest a sugar in milk called Lactose.

The enzyme is called Lactase, by the way.

For most people the production of this enzyme slows and then stops after infancy. Many people will be able to continue to drink milk and not have any symptoms.

Some people from Northern European origins may continue to produce Lactase late into life as a bit of "micro-evolution" that allowed them to receive nourishment from milk produced by animals eating sour grains that people didn't want to eat themselves.

Answer 3

Sounds like, rather than an allergy, you may be lactose intolerant; this is a lack of the appropriate enzyme necessary to digest milk sugar properly. Cheese is so processed that it doesn't have a lot of the lactose still present, and so it probably won't bother you as much. Another alternative to reduced-lactose milk might be lactase tablets (like Lact-Aid) that contain the enzyme you need to digest milk properly.

Answer 4

Hi Celi

Here are some ideas on how to heal the issue. You also need to learn about cleansing the body of toxins by doing a colon and liver cleanse. Eating or drinking the same product over time will build an immune to it (body will reject it) because milk isnt a natural product.

Cause of Allergies
Overall, the underlying causes of allergy and sensitivity are dietary and lifestyle factors specifically titled as imbalanced immune function, barrier function default (such as "leaky gut" syndrome), and toxic overload. Each of these are, in varying degrees, responsible for the development and continuation of allergy and sensitivity.




Herbal Medicine: There are a variety of herbs that offer relief from allergies, such as goldenseal, red sage, and goldenrod. To reduce mucus, try astringents such as yarrow and myrrh (Commiphora myrrha). These help to contract inflamed tissues and reduce secretions and discharges. To strengthen immune response use echinacea, astragalus root, goldenseal root, and Pfaffia paniculata (suma or Brazilian ginseng). These herbs can be effective and safe for treating weakened immune systems.

Cayenne pepper is a favorite herb among those treating allergy patients. The active ingredient is a strong anti-inflammatory, and it is recommend to allergy suffers, including asthma patients, as a simple and effective treatment. Sprinkling liberal amounts of the pepper on meals for a few days can provide relief.

Although herbal remedies have shown excellent results in reducing allergy/sensitivity symptoms, using herbs to treat allergies involves an individual approach. Some particularly effective anti-inflammatory herbs are stinging nettle, Ginkgo biloba, and licorice. Chinese skullcap, ephedra, and feverfew are others to consider for treating allergy symptoms. Patients whose conditions are severe should consult with a trained herbalist or naturopath.

A major symptom of allergies is gastrointestinal upset, including bloating, gas, abdominal pain, diarrhea, and nausea. Demulcent herbs can alleviate these symptoms (demulcent is a term used by herbalists to describe an herb that has a protective effect on the mucous membranes by minimizing irritation). The most commonly used herbs are marshmallow, slippery elm bark, cabbage juice, okra, fenugreek, and aloe vera.

Homeopathy: Homeopathy has widespread applications for the treatment of allergies. In many situations, minute diluted doses of the substance a person is allergic to can be prepared as a homeopathic solution that triggers the body`s natural ability to heal itself.

Homeopathic remedies are best prescribed by a competent homeopath. Self-diagnosis is discouraged due to the variety of factors that must be considered before the appropriate treatment is selected. However, the following remedies can be helpful: Ferrum phos, lycopodium, and silica.

Juice Therapy: A juice fast of organic vegetable juices for 2-3 weeks can help detoxify the body, thus improving its ability to cope with allergies. Two useful juice combinations for this purpose are beet, carrot, and cucumber; and carrot and celery. For added benefit, add a small piece of ginger root to either juice combination.

Best of health to you