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Are Inuit Lactose Intolerant? Understanding the Genetic Link

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Research indicates that over 80% of some Alaskan Inuit and Native American populations were found to be unable to tolerate lactose. This high prevalence answers the question, are Inuit lactose intolerant?, and is linked to their genetic heritage and a traditional diet that historically contained no dairy products.