Tag: Dairy free cultures

Approximately 65% of the adult human population has a reduced ability to digest lactose after infancy, a primary reason why many cultures don't eat cheese. This culinary avoidance is influenced by a combination of genetics, history, and environmental factors across the globe.

Did you know that approximately 65% of the global adult population is affected by lactose malabsorption, which is a key factor in determining what cultures don't eat dairy? This widespread genetic trait, particularly prevalent in many Asian and African communities, provides a clear biological basis for understanding diverse, centuries-old dietary practices worldwide.