Are you finally getting the chance to try your first lactase enzyme supplement for lactose intolerance?
Hooray!
This means you can go back to eating foods you've been depriving yourself of for a long time! It won't be difficult to do, but it is good to know how our body reacts to lactose and the lactase enzyme to ensure that the supplement is effective.
How should you take the lactase enzyme for lactose intolerance? What should you watch out for? How do you know if the supplement is right for you?
Understanding the effectiveness of a lactase enzyme supplement is not straightforward... there are, in fact, many factors that affect efficacy and, above all, it is difficult to know whether a symptom, pain, or discomfort is due to lactose or another trigger.
Our body accumulates the substances we ingest, and when it reaches saturation, meaning it is "full" of that substance, it can manifest symptoms that are difficult to identify.
In this article, we will define a simple guideline for "trying" and "testing" lactase enzyme supplements correctly, with the aim of properly determining the efficacy of a product.
The following applies to all lactase enzyme supplements. We remind you that the Lactosolution 15000 supplement is highly effective (15,000 FCC), so just 1 tablet will be enough for the test; it has no side effects, no contraindications, and can be taken by adults and children (for children under 3 years of age, it must be administered by an adult).
First of all, choose the right day!
Make sure you have not had any "heavy" lunches or dinners in the last 24 hours.
Also, stay away from medical treatments, especially antibiotics. The latter can decimate intestinal flora, and without external support (probiotic supplements), they can leave imbalances for months.
Avoid exposure to excessive heat or cold and avoid particularly stressful days. Strong emotional reactions such as university exams, arguments, physical exertion, and work tensions greatly affect our second brain: the gut.
On the day you take the lactase enzyme for your lactose intolerance, you must be careful not to ingest:
- Fried foods / alcohol / coffee / hot milk / chocolate / chili / pistachios / spinach / canned vegetables / lentils / chickpeas / beans / figs / pineapple / pears
- Foods that you already know cause discomfort to your body (unrelated to lactose)
You can include all these substances in subsequent trials, but avoid them during your first attempt, otherwise, you might experience discomfort that you could mistakenly attribute to the enzyme tablet not working.
It is useful to note how alkalizing foods reduce the effectiveness of the lactase enzyme precisely because of the change in pH they cause within the stomach (LINK for further reading).
Among them are: grapes, spinach, celery, carrots, dried figs, cucumbers, bean sprouts, lettuce, radishes, cabbage, cauliflower, and mushrooms. There are also alkalizing seasonings like ginger, chili, curry, sage, rosemary, fennel seeds, and cumin seeds.
It is therefore advisable to moderate the intake of these substances while using lactase enzyme supplements.
Following a proper diet ensures the right predisposition to absorb lactose and determines the difference between a happy or suffering gut.
Personal aside
-I had a particular discomfort for almost 2 years (unrelated to lactose) without understanding why. You can imagine how many medications and supplements I was prescribed, which only worsened the situation. I understood what it was due to by chance... I had to go to China for six months, and the symptom disappeared. I returned to Italy, and within 3 days, the symptom reappeared!
After a few minutes of reflection, I came to the conclusion: the culprit was our beloved and seemingly harmless PASTA. It was not present at all in the Chinese diet, which is instead rich in rice.
By eliminating pasta, I didn't have the discomfort; eating it, I did. Slowly, I realized that whole wheat or kamut pasta does not cause me any disturbance. I have read articles that talk about particular toxic substances in some brands of pasta... I haven't understood which one I am particularly sensitive to, but from this experience, I understood that we are, in every respect, what we eat. And I have practically eliminated white durum wheat pasta from my diet.-
Third point of attention: follow the specifications indicated on the package leaflet.
The timing of intake is also important. Lactosolution 15000, for example, is highly effective and acts quickly. This means you just need to take the tablet a few minutes before the meal.
Other supplements must be taken an hour or more before, so always pay attention to the "package leaflet".
When you are faced with the choice of which supplement to buy, remember that the active ingredient makes the difference!
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To break down lactose, the lactase enzyme is better than the beta-galactosidase enzyme; pay attention to the composition of the tablets (here is the LINK for further reading on the active ingredients used).
Is a single test sufficient?
If the first attempt didn't go very well and you suffered from some abdominal cramps, treat yourself to a couple of days of a diet with natural, non-packaged foods without the substances listed above, and then do a second test with a different food and on its own, such as a mozzarella or an ice cream.
In case of doubt, ask your doctor for help and always use common sense.
By following these simple suggestions, you will be enthusiastic about your new supplement!
In summary... don't stuff yourself the day before taking a new supplement and limit yourself to eating only one food containing lactose for the test.
As you become familiar with the supplement and find that you are not experiencing the usual effects of the intolerance, you can increase the amount of lactose and gradually include "heavier" foods for the body in your meal.
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Remember that activated charcoal and fennel herbal teas are two fundamental allies for managing your gut well.
In case of doubt, always ask your doctor for help and use common sense... you will be enthusiastic about your new supplement!
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If you have received a free sample of Lactosolution 15000, please try it as soon as possible. For us, it is an investment of time and money... don't let us down and go back to eating in freedom!
If you find it works for you, you can purchase it here.