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Are Most Nigerians Lactose Intolerant? The Definitive Guide

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Studies dating back to the 1970s consistently show that a large majority of Nigerians exhibit lactose malabsorption after childhood. However, the prevalence of intolerance varies significantly across the country's diverse ethnic groups, driven by historical dietary habits and genetics.