You might think that if you were lactose intolerant, then you would've known about it, right?
In fact, lots of people have mild to severe lactose intolerance without even understanding it.
Here are a few unobvious signs that you probably shouldn't drink milk.
Frequent Nausea
If you often experience nausea after consuming dairy products, it could be a sign of lactose intolerance.
This is not just limited to stomach discomfort.
Excessive Gas
While gas is a common symptom, persistent and excessive gas, especially with a foul odor, might indicate lactose intolerance.
Headaches
Some individuals with lactose intolerance may experience headaches after consuming dairy.
This symptom can be overlooked, but it's worth noting if it happens consistently.
Joint Pain
Joint pain, stiffness, or inflammation could be an unexpected sign.
Lactose intolerance may lead to inflammation in the body, affecting joints.
Fatigue
Feeling tired or fatigued after consuming dairy products might be a subtle sign of lactose intolerance.
This is due to the body's effort to digest lactose.
Skin Issues
Unexplained skin problems like eczema or acne could be linked to lactose intolerance in some cases.
Mood Changes
Irritability, anxiety, or mood swings that occur after consuming dairy might be associated with lactose intolerance.
Irregular Menstrual Cycles
Some women with lactose intolerance report irregularities in their menstrual cycles.
The link is not fully understood but has been observed.
Frequent Colds or Infections
A weakened immune system due to constant inflammation from lactose intolerance may result in more frequent colds or infections.
Previously, we talked about apricots.
