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Enzyme

Lactase

Lactase is the enzyme in the small intestine that splits milk sugar (lactose) into glucose and galactose. Supplement lactase is usually made by fungi or yeasts.

Gut Health

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Other effects1 effect

DiarrheaStrongA3 studies
Gastrointestinal disorders in secondary lactase deficiency: diagnostic features, methods of correction2024Lactose Maldigestion, Malabsorption, and Intolerance: A Comprehensive Review with a Focus on Current Management and Future Perspectives2018Health implication of lactose intolerance and updates on its dietary management

Rated by SuppCo · high confidenceEvidence record

All studies

7 publications are linked to Lactase, newest first.

Gastrointestinal disorders in secondary lactase deficiency: diagnostic features, methods of correction2024Effect of lactase on symptoms and hydrogen breath levels in lactose intolerance: A crossover placebo‐controlled study2020Lactose Maldigestion, Malabsorption, and Intolerance: A Comprehensive Review with a Focus on Current Management and Future Perspectives2018Lactose malabsorption and intolerance: pathogenesis, diagnosis and treatment2013Health implication of lactose intolerance and updates on its dietary managementEffect of lactase on symptoms and hydrogen breath levels in lactose intolerance: A crossover placebo‐controlled studyNutritional management of lactose intolerance: the importance of diet and food labelling