HUMAN NUTRITION

NUTRITION

DIGESTIVE SYSTEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Lactase is an enyzme that turns lactose into . . .
A
glucose.
B
protein.
C
water.
D
oxygen.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Normally, when we eat something containing lactose, an enzyme in the small intestine called lactase breaks it down into simpler sugar forms called glucose and galactose. These simple sugars are then absorbed into the bloodstream and turned into energy.

Detailed explanation-2: -Lactose is a type of sugar found in milk, cheese, ice cream, and other dairy products. Lactase, an enzyme in your stomach, breaks down lactose into 2 simple sugars: glucose and galactose.

Detailed explanation-3: -Lactase breaks down lactose into the monosaccharides galactose and glucose, which makes them available for absorption. Glucose ultimately gets taken up by our cells with the help of insulin. Galactose is transported to the liver, where it is turned into glucose for use in energy production.

Detailed explanation-4: -Lactase functions at the brush border to break down lactose into smaller sugars called glucose and galactose for absorption.

Detailed explanation-5: -Lactase breaks down the lactose in food so your body can absorb it. People who are lactose intolerant have unpleasant symptoms after eating or drinking milk or milk products. These symptoms include bloating, diarrhea and gas.

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