The influence of perceived milk intolerance on dairy product consumption in older American adults

摘要

A national probability sample in their 60s (32%), 70s (38%), and 80s (30%) completed a telephone survey (n=475). Subjective measures indicated that perceived milk intolerance occurred more often in Blacks vs. Whites (35 vs. 17%) and women vs. men (21 vs. 10%). Compared to milk tolerant individuals, milk intolerant individuals were more likely to "not try at all" to consume enough Ca (46 vs. 31%), and more likely to avoid milk during adolescence (30 vs. 15%) and currently (56 vs. 23%). Milk intolerant elders appear at risk for low Ca intakes because of their long history of milk avoidance and lack of concern about consuming enough Ca as adults.