The view that prolonged abstinence from lactose minimizes the ability to produce lactase and thus digest lactose was a common view until recently. However, recent research into lactase activity casts doubt on this doctrine and opens up new avenues in the treatment of lactose intolerance. What is it? I took a closer look. Eating lactose does not alter enzyme … [Read more...] about Does lactose avoidance change lactase activity?
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Dietary changes for food intolerances
Food intolerances can have a significant impact on everyday life. One of the tried and tested methods for alleviating symptoms and determining individual food tolerance is a change in diet in the form of the 3-phase program. However, there are new aspects to consider. The 3-phase program The 3-phase program has been recommended for many years and is a standard procedure in … [Read more...] about Dietary changes for food intolerances
Ingrid on Instagram – Follow now and be part of it!
Today I have a very special invitation for you: Follow us on Instagram at "Ask Ingrid"! If you haven't already, it's high time you did. I would like to introduce you to our new social media project. Our popular app "Ask Ingrid" is now also available on Instagram, and we would be delighted if you would visit us there and follow us. Feel free to share the profile with your … [Read more...] about Ingrid on Instagram – Follow now and be part of it!
Intestinal flora, dysbiosis and microbiome
In this post I try to explain the microbiome and the microbiota. I try to show what it is and why the gut microbiome is important for us. Does it make sense to test and build up your intestinal flora? At the end I describe how you can positively influence the intestinal microbiome, the so-called intestinal flora, in order to avoid dysbiosis. Without dietary supplements, … [Read more...] about Intestinal flora, dysbiosis and microbiome
Food scanner app for intolerances?
In order to know whether a packaged food is compatible with fructose intolerance or lactose intolerance, for example, you need to examine the packaging. You have to read the ingredients, but you need a relatively good knowledge of the substances they contain. You have to study the nutritional table, but you should know its background. And you can take a look at the labels … [Read more...] about Food scanner app for intolerances?