If dairy products cause stomach pain, diarrhea or gas, you may be lactose intolerant. Use the following guidelines to help you avoid these side effects. Avoid milk and milk products or use milk only in small amounts. One half cup of milk (or less) may be tolerated when eaten with other foods. Over-the-counter lactose digestive enzyme tablets may help reduces lactose-intolerance symptoms. Foods to Avoid | Foods to Use | Milk, cheese, cream, ice cream, custard, pudding, pies with custard filling, chocolate, instant drink mixes, foods prepared with milk, cream sauce or cheese sauce, cream soups | Soy milk or rice milk with added calcium, lactose-free milk substitutes, yogurt (if tolerated), milk-free beverages, tomato based sauces |
If you would like more information on this diet, ask your doctor to refer you to an MUSC Outpatient Dietitian. Call MUSC Outpatient Scheduling at 843-876-0888. | 
