Lactase Deficiency and Lactose Intolerance: Current Understanding and Future Directions

• Main Authors: Krystian RACHWAŁ (Author), Karol Wielgus (Author), Piotr Bator (Author), Wiktor Razik (Author), Grzegorz Łyko (Author), Maria Antos (Author), Julia Furgalska (Author), Maria Pawłowska (Author), Angelika Wawryszuk (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Kazimierz Wielki University, 2024-05-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Introduction and purpose: Lactose, the primary carbohydrate in milk, requires the enzyme lactase for digestion. Deficiency in lactase activity leads to lactose intolerance, causing gastrointestinal symptoms. Understanding the genetic and environmental factors influencing lactase expression and activ...