I am so upset. I have just recently discovered that I developed a lactose intolerance condition. Apparently, it’s pretty common for adults to develop this condition even if they’ve been drinking milk all their life. And I am a huge fan of milk and all dairy . I eat cottage cheese, regular cheese (low-fat mind you), eat yogurt (fat-free), drink milk, use creamer (just a little bit) in my coffee, you name it, if there’s a dairy product out there, I use it. And what about my calcium intake? Ughhh, I am screwed.
So what am I supposed to do now? Ok, so there is lactose-free milk, it’s not the same, but not too bad. Don’t like soy milk, it just tastes like soy flavored water, although I can settle for soy latte, again, not the same, but better than plain coffee. But what about yogurt, cottage cheese, regular cheese, even ice-cream, I’m not that big on ice-cream, but still would like to indulge every once in a great while. And I checked, there is no such thing as lactose-free ice cream in my grocery store.
I know it might seem like a silly problem, but I just don’t know where to turn with this. I have been trying so hard to make my food healthier and dairy was a big part of that effort. Now I feel like my body is working against me on this. Anyone out there who can offer some advise? Any suggestions are welcome.