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Lactose, or milk sugar, is a disaccharide. This means that it consists of two sugar molecules. The molecules in lactose are galactose and glucose, both of which are monosaccharides.

Both monosaccharides and disaccharides are considered simple sugars, or simple carbohydrates.

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Is UHT lactose-free milk a suitable alternative for individuals with lactose intolerance?

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