Is Lactose Gluten Free?
SafeThis ingredient is generally considered compatible with a Gluten Free diet.
Lactose and the Gluten Free Diet
Lactose is a disaccharide sugar composed of glucose and galactose, naturally present in the milk of mammals. It is the primary carbohydrate in dairy products and serves as a significant energy source for infants. Lactose is commonly used in the food industry as a sweetener, stabilizer, or filler in various processed foods and pharmaceuticals.
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Foods That Commonly Contain Lactose
Milk
Cheese
Yogurt
Ice cream
Butter
Cream
Processed foods
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