You’ll test your reaction to dairy with breakfast and a serving of regular fat free milk.
You’ll eat the same breakfast but replace the regular fat free milk with LACTAID® Fat Free Milk.
How did you feel on Day 2 compared to Day 1? This can indicate if you’re lactose intolerant.
Day 1 instructions:
- Don't eat anything after 10 PM on the evening before the test.
- Enjoy a breakfast that doesn't include any dairy, like yogurt or cheese. You can find a list of foods that
contain dairy here. Try eggs and whole wheat toast with jam. In addition, include a large 12 fl. oz. glass of fat
free regular milk.
- Keep track of any discomfort you experience (gas, bloating, cramping, diarrhea) and its intensity over the
next three hours using the test checklist. Circle the number indicating its intensity. Discomfort is typically felt
30 minutes to two hours after eating dairy.
Here's what the checklist looks like:
- Don't eat or drink anything after 10 PM.
Learn how much lactose is in your favorite dairy products with this comparison chart.
Note: If you experience any unusual stomach discomfort during testing, talk with your doctor immediately.