Ash Wednesday marks the end of the carnival season and the beginning of Lent. Fish is traditionally on the menu on this day - especially matjes, which is prized for its mild saltiness and healthy omega-3 fatty acids. But what should you do if you want to avoid lactose and eat low in fructose ? No problem! Our matie salad is completely lactose-free and also low in fructose, so … [Read more...] about Traditional treat on Ash Wednesday: Lactose-free & low-fructose matjes salad
Lactose
Does lactose avoidance change lactase activity?
The view that prolonged abstinence from lactose minimizes the ability to produce lactase and thus digest lactose was a common view until recently. However, recent research into lactase activity casts doubt on this doctrine and opens up new avenues in the treatment of lactose intolerance. What is it? I took a closer look. Eating lactose does not alter enzyme … [Read more...] about Does lactose avoidance change lactase activity?
Horned cow: Is milk from cows with horns healthier and less allergenic?
Milk from cows with horns is said to be less allergenic and better tolerated by lactose intolerant people. That's the information you keep reading online. Some processors have now specialized in products from horned cows, precisely because they are healthier. But is that the case? The cow's horn Cows have horns. Or had. Because almost all the cows you meet today, even on … [Read more...] about Horned cow: Is milk from cows with horns healthier and less allergenic?
