Dairy products may cause constipation in some individuals. This effect is most common in those who are sensitive to the proteins found in cow's milk.

Does milk cause constipation?

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Mark Spielmann, RD, nutrition manager at La Rabida Children's Hospital in Chicago, says it's due to the high-fat and low-fiber content of many of these products. Dairy products made from milk can cause constipation in many individuals, particularly toddlers, he says.

Why Does drinking milk make me constipated?

Constipation – When lactose is fermented, it can produce methane gas. Methane gas slows down the time it takes food to travel through the gut. This can cause constipation.