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Prevalence of Lactose Intolerance![]() Genetics Can Play a Role in Being Lactose IntolerantOne’s genes can play a key role in being able to consume dairy product without symptoms. One’s genetic make-up dictates if his or her body can produce enough lactase enzyme, an enzyme the body needs to break down dairy products. Many ethnic cultures are in fact more likely to be lactose intolerant because their diets call for low lactose intake. Over generations, these ethnic groups don’t pass on the enzyme to break down dairy because they aren’t consuming dairy. Lactose Intolerance by Ethnic Groups:African Descent 95%
Lactose Intolerant Prevalence WorldwideMany regions of the world are more prevalent to be lactose intolerant then others. See an illustration below of the highest prevalent regions of the world.![]() |






