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Back in 2004 I was self diagnosed with Lactose intolerance. I was bad enough off that even a chocolate bar would set off my lactose intolerance. Last year I found out (like most everyone else) that I am gluten intolerant. I did a little digging around and found there could be a link between gluten intolerance and lactose intolerance. Since it has been nearly 3 months since my last gluten slip up, I decided to down some dairy and test this hypothesis. Low and behold, after my typical 40 min post dairy consumption threshold, I did not exhibit any of the lactose intolerance symptoms. I plan on repeating this experiment again in the near future to see if it was a fluke. But for right now, it stands to reason that my lactose intolerance could have truly just been gluten effing up my insides.

Has anyone else noticed this as well?

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asked Apr 2 2012 at 3:20

Clint
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	You need to edit and turn it into a question or it will be deleted. Maybe you can ask if others have had similar experiences? – Shari Bambino Apr 2 2012 at 3:32
	Yeah, sorry but as it stands this is not a question--you could add, "Has anyone else noticed ..."(Hint: I have) – Nance Apr 2 2012 at 3:34

Jen · Answer 1 · 2012-04-02 03:49:19Z UTC

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Here is a great article that explains why there is often a connection between the two. In summary, intestinal linings damaged by gluten can heal once gluten is eliminated. Once healed, sometimes lactose can be reintroduced.

http://www.celiac.com/articles/31/1/How-is-lactose-intolerance-related-to-celiac-disease/Page1.html

answered Apr 2 2012 at 3:49

Jen
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	I think that article is you posted is explaining why there is a connection between celiac disease and lactose intolerance, not gluten intolerance and lactose intolerance. – Mscott Apr 2 2012 at 5:08
	The article is specific to celiacs however if you are gluten intolerant there is a correlation between your digestion & absorption which shouldn't be overlooked. – Jen Apr 2 2012 at 14:50

Dr. Shawn Soszka · Answer 2 · 2012-04-02 23:41:50Z UTC

Absolutely, as a matter of fact, gluten, gliadin, and host of other "goodies" found in wheat actually damage the small intestine cells that make the enzyme that digests lactose (called lactase).

Its very common to see the return of these cells to normal function after 8 to 12 weeks without gluten.

Keep in mind there is also a genetic association with lower lactase production in several different ethnic groups. Of course, I wonder if these same groups aren't just more sensitive to gluten!

-Shawn Soszka, ND, LAc

Nance · Answer 3 · 2012-04-02 03:52:58Z UTC

Yes, I was convinced I was lactose intolerant at the time I changed to this lifestyle. I didn't know at that time that my true intolerance was to wheat.

A few months later, in August 2011, I had an aha moment when a wheat binge caused bad reactions. In the fall I started drinking water kefir and shortly thereafter found I no longer had a problem with yogurt, which used to make me feel sick instantly. I now make extra-fat yogurt at home and enjoy some every other day and have also had ice cream several times without difficulty.

With continued gut healing, for which I give water kefir lots of credit, I can now even splurge on wheat once in a while without any reaction. So far, too much repetition starts to trigger GERD so I'm not pretending I can resume "normal" wheat consumption but I'm pleased with the much-improved health of my gut.

Chelsea · Answer 4 · 2012-04-02 10:31:55Z UTC

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Suffice to say, they go hand in hand.

answered Apr 2 2012 at 10:31

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Lady_Arwen · Answer 5 · 2012-04-02 21:04:08Z UTC

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You may want to check out ... http://paleohacks.com/questions/40047/gluten-and-casein-cross-reactions-successful-reintroduction-of-dairy#axzz1qv3SrOSb

answered Apr 2 2012 at 21:04

Lady_Arwen
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