Lactose

Lactose is a natural sugar found in milk and dairy products. It is mainly sourced from cow's milk but can also be found in sheep's and goat's milk. Lactose gives milk a slightly sweet taste and is a key source of energy for young mammals.

To make lactose, milk is first collected and then undergoes a process to separate the whey and curds. The whey, which contains lactose, is dried and turned into a powder form that can be used in various food products. This process helps to concentrate the lactose for different food applications.

Lactose is often listed on food labels as an ingredient, especially in dairy products, baked goods, and processed foods like soups and sauces. It is used for its sweet taste and its ability to add texture and colour to products. Lactose is also a common ingredient in ice creams, yoghurts, and some chocolates.

Foods in the CalorieStar database containing Lactose

Fibre One 90 Calorie Birthday Cake Squares
Fibre One 90 Calorie Cinnamon Drizzle Squares
Fibre One 90 Calorie Lemon Drizzle Square Bars
Fibre One 90 Calorie Milk Chocolate Popcorn Bars
Fibre One 90 Calorie Peanut Butter Popcorn Bars
Space Raiders Beef Flavour Cosmic Corn Snacks
Bounty Bounty Dark
Bounty Bounty Milk Chocolate Bar
Kit Kat Bunny Milk Chocolate Easter Figure
Kit Kat Bunny Milk Chocolate Easter Figure

Sainsbury's Butterscotch Bombe, Taste the Difference
Nestle Caramac Single Bar, Caramel
Sainsbury's Caramel Shortcake Bites
Sainsbury's Caramelised Biscuit Christmas Pudding, Taste the Difference
Sainsbury's Cheese Twist
Sainsbury's Chicken & King Prawn Paella, Taste the Difference
Asda Chicken and Bacon Bakes
Birds Eye Chicken Dippers
Herta Chicken Frankfurter Hot Dogs
Sainsbury's Choc Mini Roll Tub, Taste Difference (approx.)
Twix Chocolate Bar
Mars Chocolate Caramel Ice Cream
Asda Chocolate Hazelnut Crepes
Sainsbury's Chocolate Mini Rolls
Sainsbury's Chocolate Orange Buns, Taste the Difference