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What is lactose?

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Lactose is a sugar which occurs naturally in milk and is called "milk sugar." It's the least sweet of all the natural sugars and is used commercially in foods such as baby formulas and candies.
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What is lactose intolerance?

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People who are lactose intolerant lack sufficient amounts of the enzyme lactase to efficiently digest lactose. Common complaints include sensation of a bloated stomach, heartburn, and intestinal discomfort. If you suspect you may be lactose intolerant, you should ask your physician to test for you for this condition.
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Lactose intolerance is the inability to digest significant amounts of lactose, the predominant sugar of milk. This inability results from a shortage of the enzyme lactase, which is normally produced by the cells that line the small intestine. Lactase breaks down milk sugar into simpler forms that can then be absorbed into the bloodstream. When there is not enough lactase to digest the amount of lactose consumed, the results, although not usually dangerous, may be very distressing.
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Lactose is a disaccharide composed of a glucose and a galactose molecule chemically combined. Also known as milk sugar.
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Lactose is a carbohydrate, also referred to as milk sugar that it is found in the milk of animals. Return to FAQs
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Which products are lactose free?

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The Medifast Protein bars, Ready-to Drink products, Take Shape Shakes and Fast Soups are all lactose free. Medifast 55 and Medifast 70 shakes are considered low-lactose products as each shake contains only one gram of lactose per serving. The FDA allows the claim "lactose free" for any product that contains less than 0.5 grams of lactose per serving.
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What is lactose free milk?

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Organic Valley's lactose free milk is delicious and nutritious organic milk with the natural enzyme lactase added. Lactase breaks down the milk-sugar lactose into the more easily digestible sugars galactose and glucose. The lactase we add is similar to the lactase created by the body during normal digestion of dairy products. After the lactose is broken down to galactose and glucose, the milk is sometimes perceived as having a slightly sweeter flavor profile.
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How is lactose free milk created?

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Organic whole milk from our pasture-fed cows is skimmed to the desired fat level, and then the enzyme "lactase" is added to the milk and slowly mixed for 24 hours. We derive our lactase enzyme from the dairy yeast Kluyveromyces. It takes a minimum of 24 hours for the lactase enzyme to break down the lactose. Samples of the milk are tested to ensure the lactose is reduced to a "lactose free" state, and then the milk is ultra-pasteurized.
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Is the milk 100% lactose free?

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There are no specific federal regulations governing lactose free labeling. We believe the statement "lactose free" should meet a threshold lower than 0.5 grams per serving. Lactose tests cannot guarantee zero lactose. The test we utilize typically has a 0.1% detection limit, and does not allow us to detect lactose contents below that level. Where to Buy | Reading Room | FAQ | Farmer Support | Contact Us | General Store | Resources
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WHAT IF I AM LACTOSE INTOLERANT?

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Most people with lactose intolerance do not experience a problem with colostrum, as there is only a small amount of lactose present. If, however you have a severe milk protein allergy, you should consult your doctor prior to taking colostrum, due to its high protein count.
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Does goat milk have lactose in it?

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Yes. All natural mammalian milks, including human milk, contain lactose (milk sugar). However, many lactose intolerant people are able to tolerate goat milk. It has been suggested that the reason for this lies in its superior digestibility. Quickly passing through the digestive tract, goat milk leaves less undigested residue behind in the colon to ferment and cause the unpleasant symptoms of lactose intolerance.
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Are your probiotics lactose free?

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Lactobacillus denotes ”lactic acid producing” or “acid loving.” The term “Lacto” does not indicate a relation to lactose or dairy, as is commonly misunderstood. Lactose may be used in the medium to grow the probiotic culture; however, this is completely removed from the final product. Our probiotic formula, Plantadophilus, is lactose-free, and prefers a pH of 6.5 to 6.8. [back to top]
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Which Finlandia cheeses are lactose free?

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All imported cheeses: Swiss, Light Swiss, Oltermanni Baby Muenster, Havarti, Muenster, Gouda and Black Label Swiss. Swiss, Light Swiss and Muenster loaves are sold behind the glass in the service deli. Swiss, Light Swiss, Havarti, Muenster and Gouda are also sold presliced and prepackaged in the self-service deli. All five varieties of our presliced cheeses are also sold in stick form on the cheese table in the self-service deli. Oltermanni Baby Muenster is also available in a 1lb.
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What about other sugars such as fructose and lactose?

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During the early years when I knew nothing about the connection between sugar and acne I could also have easily suffered reactions to these type sugars as well. I do not know. However, I am getting messages from people saying they have seen such a reaction which therefore leads to concerns about additional groups of foods. I suspect there may be an even deeper connection between sugars and acne than I experienced.
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What is lactose intolerance and how can I find out if I am lactose intolerant?

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People who are lactose intolerant lack the enzyme necessary to digest lactose. This usually results in stomach discomfort after eating dairy products. There are tests that can determine if you are lactose intolerant, so please consult a physician for a complete examination.
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Who is affected by lactose intolerance?

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Lactose intolerance can affect anyone and for many, it is a normal part of aging. In North America alone, between 30 and 50 million people are lactose intolerant. In Canada, that includes approximately 1 million women and 400,000 men. Some are born with the condition, but most develop it over time - since the body's natural lactase production peaks at the age of two. Lactose intolerance can also affect children and teens and is more common among certain ethnic groups.
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How does Nu-Zymes? help with lactose digestion?

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The inability to digest lactose may cause malabsorption and physical discomfort, such as cramping, bloating, gas and diarrhea. Lactase is the enzyme responsible for breaking down lactose. Clinical studies have shown that people who supplement with the enzyme lactase decrease their symptoms of lactose intolerance associated with eating dairy foods. Many people have tried to take lactase supplements only to have poor results.
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I am lactose intolerant; will OMNIGEST EZ help me?

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Yes. OMNIGEST EZ contains the right amount of the enzyme lactase to aid in the digestion of typical meals containing dairy products.*
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Does cheese have less lactose?

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Yes. Cheese is made from milk with a bacterial culture added to give it taste. This culture will consume almost all the lactose that remains in the milk to produce flavor. When we make cheese we convert lactose which is the milk sugar, into lactic acid. This is the fermentation process that makes cheese. The starter culture in cheese will metabolize the lactose in the cheesemaking process. This is why cheese may be a good source of dairy for people who have difficulty digesting lactose.
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What is the difference between lactose free & dairy free? Are they the same?

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People who are sensitive to dairy products are usually sensitive to either lactose (the sugar naturally present in milk) or to the milk protein. Products that are called "Lactose Free" do not contain any milk sugar, but they may contain isolated, lactose-free milk protein as caseinate. quot;Dairy Free" products do not contain lactose or milk proteins.
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I am lactose intolerant, can I still enjoy dairy foods?

Lactose intolerance does not mean dairy intolerance. In fact, research shows that most people who are lactose intolerant can enjoy up to two cups of milk a day, particularly if they drink it with meals. Other tips for reducing symptoms include eating aged cheeses that are naturally low in lactose and drinking lactose-free milk.
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What causes lactose intolerance?

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Lactose intolerance occurs when the small intestine does not make enough of an enzyme called lactase. Your body needs lactase to break down, or digest, lactose. Lactose intolerance most commonly runs in families, and symptoms develop during the teen or adult years. Most people with this type of lactose intolerance can eat some milk or dairy products without problems.
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