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| By Melanie Wilson Vegetarian Cooking and Lifestyle Expert | ||
I am lactose intolerant. I've heard that yogurt is better than milk for me. Why?

Yogurt is much more digestible than milk for those with lactose intolerance. Now available in dairy or soy and in an assortment of flavors, yogurt makes the perfect calcium-rich treat for strong bones.
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