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Lactose is a sugar found in milk (particularly cow's milk). Some people can not digest this sugar - they are genetically unable to make the enzyme lactase!.
The sugar therfore remains in the gut where gut bacteria and fungi feast on it causing stomach problems.
When this happens the person is said to be "lactose Intolerant".
Fabiola Kshlerin
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What type of sugar is found in milk?
LACTOSE sugar
What monosaccharides are in milk?
lactose
Does coke have lactose in it?
Cola is lactose free it has no lactose it has glucose in it !
What is the purpose of lactose in the macconkey agar?
to differentiate between the lactose fermented bacteria or non- lactose fermented bacteria
Should lactose intolerant individuals consume a diet with no lactose in it?
Lactose intolerant individuals can consume lactose, but it must be consumed in moderation.
Which enzyme converts lactose to glucose and lactose?
Lactase is the enzyme that breaks down lactose.
Is P vulgaris a lactose fermenter?
No Proteus Vulgaris does not ferment lactose
Does lactose have fat in it?
No, Lactose consists of sugars.
Why is lactose sweet?
Lactose is a type of sugar.
Which shows a disaccharide structure?
lactose
What is a source of lactose?
Lactose is also called "milk sugar" because it comes from milk. Think LACTose, like in lactate, lactation, etc.
Can milk be non-lactose?
Milk naturally contains the sugar lactose. Lactose-free milk is made by 'pre-digesting' the lactose in the milk. This is done by adding the enzyme lactase to the milk. The enzyme breaks down the lactose and people who can't digest lactose properly (lactose intolerance) can drink the milk without side-effects.
