Lactose Intolerance

Lactose intolerance means some girls don't feel well (stomachache, gas) after they have milk or other dairy products. The good news is that there is milk and other dairy products that are specially made for people with lactose intolerance. Look for milks, cheeses, cottage cheese and other products that have the enzyme lactase, which helps a person to digest dairy. You can also buy Lactaid pills to chew or swallow with the first bite of dairy, which contain lactase. There are also other foods that have calcium like broccoli, almonds, and foods fortified with calcium like orange juice and cereals. Remember to look for "calcium" on food labels.