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Simple carbohydrates include single sugars, such as glucose or fructose, and two sugars linked together, such as sucrose – table sugar – or lactose, milk sugar.—Julie Pollock, The Conversation, 1 May 2026 Lactose intolerance is caused by a lack of the enzyme lactase, leading to digestive symptoms when the body cannot break down milk sugar.—Allison Forsyth, Health, 15 Apr. 2026 The combination of protein, natural milk sugars, fiber, and plant compounds help slow digestion and support a smoother glucose response.—Brittany Poulson, Verywell Health, 10 Mar. 2026 For example, fructose (fruit sugar) is converted to glucose in the liver, and so is galactose (a component of milk sugar).—Bryant Stamford, The Courier-Journal, 25 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for milk sugar