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People with what ethnic breakdown usually do not become lactose intolerant?
Descendants of Northern Europeans and some Mediterranean peoples usually do not develop the condition.
Where did lactose tolerance probably first originate?
Nort
What are some example of helpful desirable mutation?
Lactose tolerance
In what part of the world did the mutation for lactose tolerance first appear?
The mutation for lactose tolerance first appeared in ancient populations of Europe, specifically among early farmers from the region that is now modern-day Turkey. This mutation allowed individuals to digest lactose, the sugar found in milk, beyond childhood.
What is lactate tolerance?
Lactose intolerance is the inability to metabolize lactose, because of a lack of the required enzyme lactase in the digestive system.
What are good status on facebook?
_____________ is having zero tolerance for the lactose intolerant
What is lactose and tolerance?
cant have any dairy like milk and cheese or anything on it
What percentage of the adult population shows good tolerance to lactose indigestion?
30%
A mutation in what results in lactose tolerance?
A mutation in the LCT gene, which is responsible for producing the lactase enzyme, results in lactose tolerance. This mutation allows individuals to continue producing lactase into adulthood, enabling them to digest lactose, the sugar found in dairy products.
Are there a group of people most likely to get lactose intolerance?
From 30 to 50 million Americans suffer from the symptoms of lactose intolerance, but not everyone who is deficient in lactase experiences symptoms. Experts believe that 75% of the adult population worldwide does not produce enough lactase.
Why did the lactose tolerance mutation in the east African herders spread so rapidly with in population?
It was a selective advantage for survival during droughts.
What is it called when you cant eat anything dairy?
Semi Vegan depending on your other foood choices
