lactose intolerant

adjective

chemistry
: unable to digest lactose

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While cream is not toxic to cats, many adult cats are lactose intolerant, meaning their digestive systems cannot properly process the lactose in dairy products. Justin Gest, Newsweek, 20 Jan. 2025 This includes people who are lactose intolerant or allergic to milk. Lana Barhum, Verywell Health, 17 Jan. 2025 So a lot of Sub-Saharan Africans are lactose intolerant. Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Dec. 2024 The switch comes after a lawsuit earlier this year by three California residents who claimed the extra charge for nondairy substitutes marked a form of discrimination against people who are lactose intolerant or have other dietary restrictions. Kate Gibson, CBS News, 31 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for lactose intolerant 

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“Lactose intolerant.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lactose%20intolerant. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.

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