The Relationship Between Milk Consumption and Fermented Dairy Products in Lactose Tolerance: The Case of Nilüfer District of Bursa
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This study aims to examine the relationship between milk and fermented dairy product consumption habits and lactose intolerance symptoms among consumers living in the Nilüfer district of Bursa province. The research was conducted using a face-to-face survey method with a total of 70 participants, comprising 31 women and 39 men. The obtained data were analyzed using SPSS 26.0 software; frequency analysis, independent samples t-test, and one-way analysis of variance (ANOVA) were applied. The findings indicate that participants reported lactose intolerance symptoms (gas, bloating, abdominal pain) at higher rates following milk consumption compared to fermented dairy products. Symptom rates were found to be significantly lower following the consumption of fermented dairy products (particularly yogurt, kefir, and cheese). The fact that only 27.1% of participants had knowledge about lactose intolerance and only 1.4% had been previously diagnosed reveals that awareness of this condition in society is quite low. No statistically significant differences were found between demographic variables (gender, age, height, weight, chronic illness status) and milk consumption level, consumption perception, side effects, and lactose intolerance subgroups (p>0.05). The results of the study demonstrate that fermented dairy products offer better-tolerated alternatives for individuals with lactose intolerance and that the consumption of these products should be promoted. Furthermore, it is recommended that educational programs be organized to increase lactose intolerance awareness in society and to improve diagnosis rates.
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Yayımlanma Tarihi
23 Eylül 2026
Gönderilme Tarihi
13 Temmuz 2026
Kabul Tarihi
21 Eylül 2026
Yayımlandığı Sayı
Yıl 2026 Cilt: 4 Sayı: 1