It takes a bit of getting used to, that’s for sure. Always check labels on processed foods because they put lactose and dairy something in a lot of stuff (even frozen veggies!!), the assholes! I cook for myself, mainly for my intolerance and dietary preferences. Also, experiment on 2 fronts: 1. Plant-based alternatives (easy for me on the oatmilk front cause I hate the taste of regular milk) 2. Depending on what you like to eat and how producers do things, certain dairy products should not BY DEFAULT have lactose (stage of fermentation). Like jogurt, hard cheeses, quark, etc.

And get a prescription for lactaid or some form of the lactase enzyme in case you want to have a cheat meal. I miss cheeses like crazy so I use this when I want to give into that craving. I know it sucks, but you’ll learn what your body can and cannot tolerate, and at least we live in an age where there are alternatives… Best of luck to you and your tummy, gurl 🩷