Is Lactose Milk Free?
AvoidNo. Lactose (sometimes referred to as saccharum lactin) is a type of sugar found naturally in the milk of most mammals.
Lactose and the Milk Free Diet
Lactose is a disaccharide sugar composed of glucose and galactose, naturally present in the milk of mammals. It is used as a sweetener and to add texture in various foods. In the human body, the enzyme lactase is required to digest lactose properly. People who lack sufficient lactase experience lactose intolerance, which can lead to gastrointestinal discomfort when consuming dairy products.
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