Q: What is lactose deficiency?

A: It is a dietary problem that occurs from a lack of an enzyme, lactase, normally produced by cells of the small intestine. When the production of this enzyme is low, a common sugar, lactose, cannot be broken down in the intestine, resulting in multiple unpleasant symptoms.

Q: What are the symptoms of the incomplete digestion of lactose?

A: Most commonly, one experiences one or more of the following symptoms 15 to 20 minutes after eating a meal or snack: Bloating or distention, cramping, flatulence, or diarrhea.

Q: How and when does a person get this problem?

A: It is an intermittent and recurrent problem that occurs in all races and in all countries of the world.

The fact is:

1. It is acquired or genetic
   That is, the cells that make the enzyme can decrease their production of lactase at any time during your lifetime. It occurs almost equally in men and women and is more common as we get older.
   
   
2. It results from medical illnesses
   That is, we find that it is much more common in people that have irritable bowel syndrome, diverticulosis, or inflammatory bowel disease.

Q: How much DairyCare should I take and when should I take it?

A: Take 2 capsules in the morning, before a meal, for approximately 10 hours of relief. For continuous relief, take 2 capsules in the morning and 2 capsules at dinner for 1 week. After a week, take 1 or 2 capsules every morning for continuous relief.

Q: What makes DairyCare such a great product?

A: It is the only patent approved digestive supplement that makes this enzyme for 24 hours with a single morning dose of one or two capsules.

Q: Is DairyCare safe for children?

A: DairyCare is okay for children that can swallow capsules. Take 1 capsule in the morning and 1 capsule at night for 1 week. Then, take 1 capsule daily.

Q: What foods contain this sugar that can cause these problems?

A: It is found in almost all foods and many medications, such as milk, cheese, eggs, veal, yogurt, 20% of prescription drugs (antibiotics, oral contraceptives), 6% of over-the-counter medicines, baked goods, cereals, potatoes, margarine, salad dressing, candies, biscuits, ice cream, etc.

Q: What is the risk of side effects from using DairyCare?

A: The active ingredient in DairyCare has been used in foods in the United States for over 100 years. Without exception, there has never been a side effect reported from its use, regardless of how often or how long it is used.