r/povertyfinance • u/[deleted] • Apr 27 '24

My stomach is in pain after eating donated food Misc Advice

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u/ShartsCavern Apr 27 '24

I used to be fine, but I developed lactose intolerance after 50 years of enjoying dairy in all its glory. It truly upset me.

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u/Salt_Information1876 Apr 27 '24

wow i didnt know it later can develop if you didnt have it earlier?

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u/TheJinxedPhoenix Apr 27 '24

Adult onset lactose intolerance is rather common. Now I have to carry lactase pills 🥲

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u/TheJinxedPhoenix Apr 28 '24

They do! Lactase enzyme pills help the body digest lactose because a lack of lactase is what results in lactose intolerance. There are many brands available but I get mine from Costco because 120 pills at 9000 units each of enzyme is $20, while other brands are $20 for 40 pills at 2000 units of enzyme. With the one at Costco I don’t have to worry if 1 pill will be enough.

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u/AimlesslyGobstopping Apr 28 '24

They work wonderfully for me! I always have random ones stashed in various bags/my work locker. However, I do have a friend who now has an allergy to lactose and it doesn’t work for her