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Lactose or added sugar: how to read the label
Why does milk say “of which sugars” when no sugar has been added? Understanding ingredients and nutritional values.
Recognizing the key differences
Lactose is the natural sugar in milk. It appears in the nutritional table under carbohydrates and “of which sugars.” This line does not mean that the manufacturer has added household sugar.
Clarify terms
Separate factors
Check information
Ingredients list and nutritional table
The ingredients list specifies added ingredients, such as sugar or syrup. The nutritional table, on the other hand, summarizes all types of sugar contained. Both pieces of information answer different questions.
When shopping, it helps to compare specific products rather than general keywords. Ingredients, processing, storage and composition each answer different questions. Individual health restrictions cannot be assessed generally from this information.
What does “no added sugar” mean?
This advertising claim is regulated, but does not automatically mean sugar-free. Naturally occurring lactose may still be contained. For the relevant product, a note about naturally occurring sugars is important.
When shopping, it helps to compare specific products rather than general keywords. Ingredients, processing, storage and composition each answer different questions. Individual health restrictions cannot be assessed generally from this information.
Lactose-free does not mean sugar-free
In lactose-free milk, lactose is usually enzymatically split into glucose and galactose. This can taste sweeter, although it does not necessarily contain fewer carbohydrates.
When shopping, it helps to compare specific products rather than general keywords. Ingredients, processing, storage and composition each answer different questions. Individual health restrictions cannot be assessed generally from this information.
Correctly classifying donkey milk
Donkey milk naturally contains lactose and therefore is not generally suitable for lactose intolerance. For powder, information per 100 grams of powder and per prepared serving must be kept separate.
When shopping, it helps to compare specific products rather than general keywords. Ingredients, processing, storage and composition each answer different questions. Individual health restrictions cannot be assessed generally from this information.
Making conscious choices about special foods
In our interactions with customers, we experience that people take an interest in their diet for different reasons—sometimes also during physically demanding phases of life. Such personal motives are not scientific evidence of health effects. DON DONKEY’S® understands donkey milk as a special food, not as medicine or medical nutritional food.
For raw milk, official recommendations for safe heating are particularly important. People at risk require special caution. Please pay attention to the product information and seek professional advice for medical conditions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I check on the packaging?
Product name, ingredients, nutritional values, processing, shelf life and storage. This information is more informative than a single advertising term.
Is donkey milk automatically easier to tolerate?
No. A generally better tolerance is not proven. Donkey milk contains lactose and milk proteins; in the case of intolerance or allergy, an individual assessment is necessary.
Can raw milk be used without concern?
No. Raw milk can contain pathogens and should be heated safely according to official recommendations.
Sources and further information
Professional guidance: Federal Centre for Nutrition · German Federal Institute for Risk Assessment · German Nutrition Society. The mentioned institutions offer background information; individual medical questions should be discussed with a professional.
