Flatulence, especially in the morning or post-bowel movement, could be linked to lactose intolerance, but it may also be related to other digestive issues like IBS or sensitivity to certain foods. Lactose intolerance occurs when the body lacks enough lactase enzyme to digest lactose (milk
sugar), leading to gas, bloating, or diarrhea after consuming dairy.
Next Steps
Next Steps:
Elimination Test (Easy & Reliable at Home):
Remove all dairy (milk, curd, cheese, butter, paneer) for 7–10 days and monitor symptoms.
Then, reintroduce one dairy product (e.g., a glass of milk) and observe how your body reacts over the next 6–12 hours.
Medical Testing (Optional but Confirmatory):
Hydrogen Breath Test: Most accurate non-invasive method for diagnosing lactose intolerance.
Stool Acidity Test (for children) or Lactose Tolerance Blood Test (less commonly used now
Health Tips
Avoid self-diagnosing or cutting out dairy long-term without guidance, as you might risk
calcium and
vitamin D deficiency.
Some people tolerate curd, cheese, or lactose-free dairy better than milk.
Gut health plays a role—consider probiotics or gut-friendly foods if bloating is frequent.
If symptoms persist despite eliminating dairy, other causes like FODMAP sensitivity, gluten, or general gut imbalance may need to be explored