Lactose-free milk is simply milk that has the milk sugar (lactose) removed by either 1) adding an enzyme (lactase) that breaks down the lactose into its simple sugar components (glucose and galactose) or 2) using a filtration process (like ultra filtration) to completely remove the lactose from the fluid milk product.
No, lactose-free products are not the same as dairy free products. Lactose-free products, especially lactose-free milk, may still contain dairy proteins. Someone who has a dairy allergy, which is different than lactose intolerance, should not consume lactose-free milks as they still contain dairy proteins. Learn more about lactose intolerance in this article.
Yes! You can substitute Horizon Organic Lactose-Free Milk anytime a recipe calls for milk without altering the desired flavor or texture of your dish. Try it in one of our delicious recipes.
Yes, our enzyme process does not remove the total sugars in the milk. Our process only breaks down the lactose into glucose and galactose, so the nutritional value of the organic lactose-free milk is identical to the "regular" organic milk.
Horizon Organic Lactose-Free Milk products are made using an enzyme process. We add lactase (enzyme) to the milk which breaks down the lactose into glucose and galactose, resulting in a lactose-free milk!
Lactose-Free Milk is available in Whole, Reduced Fat, Whole with DHA Omega-3
and Reduced Fat with DHA Omega-3.