What Percent of the Population Can Drink Milk?
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Approximately 65% of the world's population has a reduced ability to digest lactose after infancy, meaning only about 35% can drink milk without potential digestive issues. This widespread condition, known as lactase nonpersistence, is not a disorder but the historical norm for humans. The global distribution of who can drink milk is uneven, with significant differences based on ancestry and geographic origin.
