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milk sugar

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milk sugar
n.
See lactose.

milk sugar
n
(Chemistry / Elements & Compounds) another name for lactose
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Noun1.milk sugar - a sugar comprising one glucose molecule linked to a galactose molecule; occurs only in milk; "cow's milk contains about 4.7% lactose"
disaccharide - any of a variety of carbohydrates that yield two monosaccharide molecules on complete hydrolysis


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Of especial value are the tips and tricks scattered throughout for lactose-intolerance individuals, such as warning against any product packaged on the same line as dairy products, warnings to read the labels on items such as bouillon (which may contain milk sugars even though this might not seem obvious), suggestions on which dairy substitutes cook most effectively in which recipes, and much more.
Promovita GOS is made from milk sugar (lactose) and helps to promote the growth of healthy bacteria in the gut.
In a healthy digestive system, milk sugar, or lactose is usually broken down into simple sugars that are easily absorbed by an enzyme called lactase.
 
 
 
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