Lactose Intolerance affects a sizeable number of the world population – both adults and children. Asians, in particular are genetically lactose intolerant as they lack the lactase enzyme required to digest lactose. We quizzed Dr. James Huang, Consultant, Division of Paediatric Gastroenterology, Nutrition, Hepatology and Liver Transplantation, Department of Paediatrics, Khoo Teck Puat – National University Children’s Medical Institute, National University Hospital on the subject of lactose intolerance in children. Read Dr. Huang’s insightful answers below: What is lactose intolerance? Dr. Huang: Lactose intolerance is a form of carbohydrate intolerance. It refers to the inability to digest lactose, a sugar or carbohydrate found...