lactosereduced
Lactosereduced is a term applied to dairy products and ingredients that contain less lactose than standard dairy products. It typically refers to products in which lactose has been partially broken down or removed, rather than fully eliminated as in lactose-free products. Lactose is the disaccharide sugar in milk; some people experience digestive discomfort after consuming milk due to insufficient lactase enzyme.
Common production methods include enzymatic hydrolysis, where lactase is added to milk to convert lactose into
Labeling varies by region. Lactosereduced typically indicates a measurable reduction relative to the standard product, not
For people with lactose intolerance, lactosereduced products may be more tolerable than regular dairy, though tolerance
Applications include milk beverages, cream, yogurt, ice cream, and bakery ingredients; some infant and clinical nutrition