A person experiences bloating, gas, abdominal cramps, and episodes of diarrhea after consuming dairy products. How can these symptoms be prevented in this individual?
A) by stimulating bile salt production by the hepatocytes for rapid emulsification of dairy products
B) by triggering the liver to synthesize the active form of vitamin D
C) by inhibiting synthesis of excess lactase by the goblet cells of the small intestine
D) by inhibiting lactase production by the acinar cells of the pancreas
E) by stimulating adequate secretion of lactase by the absorptive cells of the small intestine

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The individual is likely lactose intolerant, meaning their body is unable to fully digest lactose, a sugar found in dairy products. This is due to a deficiency or absence of lactase, the enzyme that breaks down lactose in the small intestine. Stimulating adequate secretion of lactase by the absorptive cells of the small intestine can help prevent symptoms of bloating, gas, abdominal cramps, and diarrhea by allowing for proper digestion of lactose.

A Person Experiences Bloating, Gas, Abdominal Cramps, and Episodes of Diarrhea