intolerance
noun
in·tol·er·ance
(ˌ)in-ˈtä-lə-rən(t)s 
-ˈtäl-rən(t)s
1
: the quality or state of being intolerant
2
: exceptional sensitivity (as to a drug)
specifically
: inability to properly metabolize or absorb a substance
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The work is particularly fulfilling, said McEvoy, who suffers from gluten intolerance and knows the rigor of planning meals at theme parks where pizza and churros are king.
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Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 11 Apr. 2024
The platform — and Musk — has a reputation for intolerance, antisemitism, transphobia.
—Jason Sheeler, Peoplemag, 17 Mar. 2024
The surcharges, according to the lawsuit, are designed only to profit from customers with allergies or lactose intolerance.
—William Gavin, Quartz, 13 Mar. 2024
Lactose intolerance Individuals diagnosed with lactose intolerance often experience bloating, gas and diarrhea after consuming dairy products, said Staller, who is also a spokesperson for the American Gastroenterological Association.
—Erica Lamberg, Fox News, 8 Feb. 2024
Typical symptoms associated with lactose intolerance include gas, bloating, abdominal pain and diarrhea.
—USA TODAY, 29 Jan. 2024
Added Ingredients: Those with food allergies or intolerances should examine all product ingredients and labels, as there may be sources of cross-contamination.
—Suzanne Finkel, Verywell Health, 25 Mar. 2024
Other foods that may trigger Crohn’s symptoms or aggravate flares include:
Fatty cuts of meat
Fatty sauces like gravy
Full-fat dairy products like ice cream, butter, and cream
Milk and Dairy
Lactose intolerance is more common in people with Crohn’s disease compared to the general population.
—Toby Amidor, Rd, Health, 23 Mar. 2024
Research suggests that the best treatment for lactose intolerance is simply avoiding lactose altogether.
—Max Bennett, Discover Magazine, 29 Jan. 2024
Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 11 Apr. 2024
The platform — and Musk — has a reputation for intolerance, antisemitism, transphobia.
—Jason Sheeler, Peoplemag, 17 Mar. 2024
The surcharges, according to the lawsuit, are designed only to profit from customers with allergies or lactose intolerance.
—William Gavin, Quartz, 13 Mar. 2024
Lactose intolerance Individuals diagnosed with lactose intolerance often experience bloating, gas and diarrhea after consuming dairy products, said Staller, who is also a spokesperson for the American Gastroenterological Association.
—Erica Lamberg, Fox News, 8 Feb. 2024
Typical symptoms associated with lactose intolerance include gas, bloating, abdominal pain and diarrhea.
—USA TODAY, 29 Jan. 2024
Added Ingredients: Those with food allergies or intolerances should examine all product ingredients and labels, as there may be sources of cross-contamination.
—Suzanne Finkel, Verywell Health, 25 Mar. 2024
Other foods that may trigger Crohn’s symptoms or aggravate flares include:
Fatty cuts of meat
Fatty sauces like gravy
Full-fat dairy products like ice cream, butter, and cream
Milk and Dairy
Lactose intolerance is more common in people with Crohn’s disease compared to the general population.
—Toby Amidor, Rd, Health, 23 Mar. 2024
Research suggests that the best treatment for lactose intolerance is simply avoiding lactose altogether.
—Max Bennett, Discover Magazine, 29 Jan. 2024
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intolerance
noun
in·tol·er·ance
(ˈ)in-ˈtäl-(ə-)rən(t)s
1
: the quality or state of being intolerant
2
: exceptional sensitivity (as to a drug or food)
Medical Definition
intolerance
noun
in·tol·er·ance
(ˈ)in-ˈtäl(-ə)-rən(t)s
1
: lack of an ability to endure
an intolerance to light
2
: exceptional sensitivity (as to a food or drug)
specifically
: inability to properly metabolize or absorb a substance
glucose intolerance
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