AskDocDoc
/
/
/
buttermilk side effects
FREE!Ask Doctors — 24/7
Connect with Doctors 24/7. Ask anything, get expert help today.
500 doctors ONLINE
#1 Medical Platform
Ask question for free
00H : 21M : 48S
background image
Click Here
background image
Digestive Health
Question #15774
188 days ago
210

buttermilk side effects - #15774

Neil

I am really confused about the whole buttermilk side effects thing. I started drinking buttermilk a few weeks ago because I read it was good for digestion and I was hoping it would help with my bloating issues. At first, it seemed like it was working, but now I’m not sure if it was a good idea. Lately, I’ve been having weird stomach cramps, and sometimes I just feel nauseous after drinking it. I thought buttermilk was supposed to be gentle on the stomach, but could it actually have some serious buttermilk side effects? I mean, I’m not lactose intolerant, or at least I didn’t think I was, but could I be having an allergy or something? It’s just hard to tell because I also changed my diet a bit at the same time. Decided to try some new recipes and added a bunch of different veggies and stuff so now I'm questioning everything! Does anyone know how common buttermilk side effects are? Should I stop drinking it altogether or is it possible that the cramps are from something else? I'm just really not sure and could really use some guidance here. Any advice would be great!

FREE
Question is closed
FREE! Ask a Doctor — 24/7,
100% Anonymously
Get expert answers anytime, completely confidential.
No sign-up needed.
CTA image asteriksCTA image

Doctors' responses

Buttermilk is generally considered a soothing drink that’s easy on the stomach, largely because it contains probiotics which can support digestion. However, like anything, it might not sit well with everyone, and side effects aren’t impossible. Since you mentioned lactose intolerance, it’s worth noting that buttermilk has much less lactose than regular milk, but it still contains some. Even if you haven’t noticed problems with lactose before, it’s possible that your body is handling it differently now. Buttermilk can also occasionally cause digestive issues for some people, including cramps, bloating, or nausea, though this isn’t overly common. The symptoms you describe could potentially point to lactose sensitivity or intolerance, or even a mild allergy. Allergy symptoms often include digestive discomfort, but they could be accompanied by other signs, like skin reactions or respiratory issues, which you haven’t mentioned. On the other hand, since you’ve made several changes to your diet recently, the culprit might not be buttermilk at all. The combination of increased dietary fiber, from more veggies, and introducing new foods can also lead to digestive upset as your system adjusts. The first step is to try eliminating buttermilk for a period—two weeks is often suggested—while maintaining the rest of your new diet. Observe if your symptoms improve; this will help determine if buttermilk was the cause. If symptoms do continue, consider consulting with a healthcare professional, especially if they worsen or don’t improve, to ensure there’s not an underlying condition at play. Keeping a food diary during this time might help you identify any other potential triggers as well. Don’t hesitate to reach out to a doctor for any sudden, severe, or worsening symptoms, as these could be a sign of a more serious issue.

20178 answered questions
90% best answers
Accepted response

0 replies
FREE! Ask a Doctor — 24/7,
100% Anonymously

Get expert answers anytime, completely confidential. No sign-up needed.

About our doctors

Only qualified doctors who have confirmed the availability of medical education and other certificates of medical practice consult on our service. You can check the qualification confirmation in the doctor's profile.


bowel infection treatment
is lemon good for loose motion
Why liver gets enlarged in disease?
Loose motions control tablets
why i have loose motion
excess gas symptoms
how to stop motions naturally
loose motion mein kya khana chahiye
liver gut clinic and diagnostics
Is banana good for stomach infection?
I got piles in my anal pass hole
how to make liver healthy again
triphala juice how to use
pebble stool
why do piles happen
how to recover from diarrhea
how to use aloe vera for stomach problems
loose motion home remedies
enlarged fatty liver
Loose motion stop
cure for diarrhea
loose motion treatment medicine
stomach bacterial infection
Liver kis side hota h
extreme loose motion
Why does stomach get bloated after eating?
home remedy for upper stomach pain
semi loose stool
clear stomach remedy
Bloating, Belching and food allergies
Liver detox
How to clear 12 days old fecal impaction with piles
exercises for acid reflux yoga
left chest pain due to gas
homemade liver cleanse drink
Gas symptoms in chest
in loose motion what to drink
trapped gas pain locations
loose motion medicine home remedy
is loose motion good for health
Is banana good for stomach infection?
where is liver present
Can fatty liver be reversed naturally?
loose motion stop medicine
fatty liver report
what does dal contain
how much baking soda is safe to drink daily
liver m sujan ke upay
can liver disease be cured
remedies for stomach pain
natural ways to stop loose motion
heart pain due to gastric
does psyllium husk cause gas
What to do for gas, bloating, and poor digestion after 9 years of trying treatments?
why does liver swell
how to increase jatharagni
Why i have problem if oil is not refined and gets food poisoning, liver issue and much more
what causes a peptic ulcer
home medicine for loose motion
fatty liver symptoms on face
how to differentiate gallbladder and liver pain
what should i eat during loose motion
how to cure digestive problems
loose motion due to cold weather
medicine of fatty liver
liver pain area
severe gastritis treatment
Food to eat during loose motion
loose motion stomach pain tablet
what is fatty liver disease
what foods help with diarrhea
loose motion symptoms
symptoms of liver fatty
Full body pain leg pain near in private part hand pain leg pain
What to do for constipation and hemorrhoids with bleeding and stomach pain?
is buttermilk good for gastritis
home remedy for stomach pain
is apple good for gastritis
What to do in described situation
remedies for dysentery
What does it mean if I feel acidic and have brain sensations after drinking juice on an empty stomach?
natural remedies for diarrhea
home remedies for upper stomach pain
stomach loose motion
is yogurt good for diarrhea
instant tea packets
which juice is best for digestion
acidity vomiting home remedy
can probiotics cause diarrhea
best foods for loose motion
reasons of fatty liver
what can stop diarrhea fast
stomach pain loose motion tablet
stomach flu treatment at home
loose motions remedies at home
loose motion tea
liver konse side hota hai
can constipation cause nausea
home remedies for stomach pain and loose motion
bacterial infection in stomach medicine