Applications of Lactulose in Desserts and Ice Cream
Lactulose as main component
prebiotic
bifidus factor
mild sweetness
Applications of Lactulose in Desserts and Ice Cream
What is Lactulose?
Functional Prebiotic for Gut Health
Lactulose is produced by the isomerization of lactose under alkaline conditions through heating. It contains four sugars: lactulose (lactulose), lactose, galactose, and fructose. The functional component is lactulose, also known as lactulose, lactose, or galactosyl fructoside. As a food additive, the physiological functions and value of lactulose, primarily composed of lactulose, have gained increasing importance.
Lactulose has been widely used in clinical treatments for constipation and hepatic encephalopathy. In recent years, various applications have been developed in the food field. Lactulose is manufactured from lactose as raw material and is a mixed sugar solution with lactulose as main component, known as isomerized lactose solution or lactulose solution. Currently commercially available isomerized lactose solutions contain over 50% lactulose, with approximately 30% moisture content, and other components include residual raw material lactose and a series of decomposition products such as fructose and galactose.
As a bifidus factor, lactulose provides mild sweetness with good water solubility and low calorie content, making it ideal for functional food formulations that support digestive health.
Health Benefits
Promote Gut Health
Lactulose is not decomposed by human digestive enzymes and can reach the large intestine intact, where it is fermented and utilized by beneficial intestinal bacteria, promoting the proliferation of beneficial bacteria such as bifidobacteria and improving gut microecology
Improve Digestive Function
Lactulose acts as a gentle osmotic prebiotic, helping to balance intestinal pressure and draw moisture into the gut to support healthy stool formation. With its non-irritating mode of action, it encourages natural regularity and is perfect for long-term digestive maintenance
Enhance Immunity
By improving gut microbiota balance, it indirectly enhances immune function and increases body resistance
Application Advantages
Provide Functional Sweetness
While reducing the use of traditional sugars, adds prebiotic functionality to products, enhancing health attributes
Improve Product Texture
Lactulose has good moisture retention properties that can maintain the appropriate texture of products like jelly and ice cream, preventing drying or excessive crystallization
Increase Product Selling Points
As a functional ingredient, can add health claims such as "promotes gut health" to products, enhancing market competitiveness
Bifidus Factor
As a naturally occurring bifidus factor, provides scientifically validated health benefits with high consumer acceptance
Real-World Applications
Product Information
Brand: DHC Diet Program | Company: DHC
Combines dairy products, lactic acid bacteria, and prebiotics to create a triple gut health formula. Ambient storage design, convenient for on-the-go consumption. Designed for weight loss populations, aligning with light eating trends.
Key Ingredients
Lactulose Value
Prebiotic Effect: Acts as a prebiotic ingredient, synergizing with lactic acid bacteria to enhance gut health benefits
Mild Sweetness: Provides mild sweetness, balancing the overall flavor of the jelly
Texture Improvement: Improves jelly texture, maintaining appropriate elasticity and mouthfeel
Enhanced Functionality: Increases product functionality, meeting healthy dietary needs
Product Information
Brand: FromBio | Company: Cosmax Bio
Fortified with Vitamin D3 and B6 to enhance nutritional function. Uses natural mango extract to provide authentic fruit flavor. Functional jelly designed for weight loss and health-conscious populations.
Key Ingredients
Lactulose Value
Prebiotic Synergy: Synergizes with fructooligosaccharides to enhance prebiotic effects
Flavor Balance: Provides mild sweetness, perfectly blending with natural mango flavor
Delicate Mouthfeel: Improves jelly texture, maintaining delicate mouthfeel
Nutritional Value: Adds gut health function, enhancing product nutritional value
Company Introduction
Leading Global Manufacturer of Functional Sweeteners Since 1997
Baolingbao Biotechnology Co., Ltd. is a leading global manufacturer specializing in the R&D, manufacturing, and solution services of functional carbohydrates. Founded in 1997, we are focused on enzyme engineering and fermentation engineering, serving customers across more than 100 countries and regions worldwide.
In 2009, we became the first functional sugar company listed on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange (Stock Code: 002286) in China's A-share market. Today, we have established deep strategic partnerships with major global customers including Coca-Cola, Danone, Yili Group, and Perfect (China).The company operates on a site spanning 300 acres, with an annual production capacity of 600,000 tons and a workforce of 1,300 employees.
Advanced R&D Capabilities
Possessing 9 R&D platforms including national enterprise technology center, national-local joint engineering lab, and postdoctoral research workstation. Expert team composed of academicians, Taishan Scholars, and overseas experts.
Global Market Presence
Products exported to over 100 countries and regions worldwide. Strategic partnerships with majority of core customers across food, beverage, pharmaceutical, and dietary supplement industries.
World-Class Manufacturing
Baolingbao's production infrastructure is characterized by a high degree of automation, intelligence, and digitalization. The company has made substantial investments in key facilities, including drying towers, pharmaceutical-grade sugar production lines, digital erythritol plants, and intelligent stereo warehouses. Featuring internationally sourced technologies and advanced control systems, these initiatives have enhanced production efficiency, reduced energy consumption, and enabled full traceability across the supply chain.In support of sustainable operations, Baolingbao manages 40,000 mu (approximately 2,667 hectares) of regenerative agricultural planting bases and generates 10 million kWh of photovoltaic power annually.
Comprehensive Quality Assurance
First batch to pass FDA on-site audit. Certified with GMP, GRAS, HALAL, Kosher, Organic (US & EU standards), ISO9001/22000/14000/45001. End-to-end food safety from farm to table.
Innovation & Industry Leadership
Over 260 patent applications submitted with 97 patents granted and more than 70 core technologies developed. Actively participated in formulation of 1 international standard and over 30 national standards.
Contact Us
baolingbao@blb-cn.com
