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How do orlistat and Alli work to treat obesity? What are the common side effects of these medications?
 
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List at least five ways you can improve your tolerance to lactose in dairy foods.
 
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Reply #1 on: Aug 21, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Both orlistat and its reduced-strength version, Alli, inhibit an intestinal enzyme that is needed to break down fat. Fat that isn't broken down is not absorbed, and up to 30 percent of the dietary fat is expelled in the stool. As a result of reduced fat absorption, side effects of treatment with these medications can include oily and more frequent stools, flatulence, and oily discharge.

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Choose dairy foods that are better tolerated, such as Swiss or cheddar cheese and yogurts that contain active cultures. Try reduced-lactose milk and dairy products. Take lactase pills with dairy foods. Consume smaller amounts of dairy foods throughout the day. Eat dairy foods with a meal or snack rather than by themselves. Add dairy foods to the diet gradually.


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