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Lactose and glucose are not the same.

Glucose is a mono-saccharide (composed of one sugar molecule) while lactose is a di-saccharide (2 sugar molecules; one of which is a glucose molecule).

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Is lactose in lactic acid?

No. Lactic acid is a different molecule than lactose. Molecular Formulas: Lactic Acid- C3H6O3 Lactose- C12H22O11 In addition, lactose is a sugar molecular while, as you may guess, lactic acid is an acid. When raw milk turns sour or becomes curdled, lactic acid bacteria are fermenting lactose into lactic acid.


Can lactic acid come from rice milk?

No, lactic acid is typically produced during the fermentation process of dairy milk or other lactose-containing products by lactic acid bacteria. Rice milk, being plant-based, does not contain lactose and therefore does not produce lactic acid in the same way.


Can Lactose intolerant people have lactic acid?

Yes, lactose intolerant individuals can generally consume lactic acid without any issues. Lactic acid is a compound produced during fermentation and is not derived from lactose, the sugar found in milk that causes intolerance. Since lactose intolerance specifically involves difficulty digesting lactose, lactic acid does not trigger the same symptoms. However, it's always best for individuals to consult with their healthcare provider regarding their specific dietary needs.


Does lactose free milk contain lactic acid or when it ferments is lactic acid produced?

As far as I know lactose free milk does not contain lactic acid. They put in lactase to 'destroy' the lactose, which makes it lactose free! So no, and it probably won't be produced either. I hope this helps!


Where can you find Lactic acid?

It's in milk and other things with lactose.


Latin word for lactose acid?

In Latin, the word for lactic acid is "acidum lacticum."


What can't you eat with lactose intolerance?

lactic acid.


Is lactic acid lactose free?

Yes, they are completely different things.


Can Lactic Acid in food affect someone who is Lactose intolerant?

I think the lactic acid will bother you but not as bad as drinking a straight glass of milk.


What has more acid than yogurt?

I'm not sure but, Lemon,Vinegar and lactic acid is in cheese..


What type of acid does milk contain?

It doesn't contain an acid, it is an acid. Lactic acid to be precise.


What is difference between lactic acid and lactose?

If we are talking about distinguishing between the two solutions then, Carry out a Benedict's test on both solutions; Results: Lactose solution would give a brick-red/brown precipitate (positive test) Sucrose solution would give negative test result while sucrose is a non-reducing sugar which does not react with Benedict's reagent.