Genetic Predisposition to Primary Lactose Intolerance Does Not Influence Dairy Intake and Health-Related Quality of Life in Romanian Children: A Hospital-Based Cross-Sectional Study

Genetic Predisposition to Primary Lactose Intolerance Does Not Influence Dairy Intake and Health-Related Quality of Life in Romanian Children: A Hospital-Based Cross-Sectional Study

Background: Primary lactose intolerance (PLI) is characterized by the inability to digest lactose. Homozygotes for the lactase gene polymorphisms (CC or GG) are considered to be genetically predisposed to PLI. Still, symptoms may only be present later in life. The evidence supporting a link between...

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Main Authors: Corina Pienar, Liviu Pop, Marilena Lăzărescu, Radmila Costăchescu, Mirela Mogoi, Ruxandra Mare, Edward Șeclăman
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2023-06-01
Series:Children
Subjects:
lactose intolerance
polymorphisms
dairy intake
quality of life
children
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2227-9067/10/6/1075

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