noun
- Proteins found in milk, including casein and whey proteins, used in food production and nutrition.
Usage: plural form; technical/scientific term; commonly used in food science and dairy industry
Examples
- Lactoproteins are essential components of milk that provide amino acids for growth and development.
- The dairy industry uses lactoproteins to manufacture cheese, yogurt, and protein supplements.
- Lactoproteins can be extracted and processed into various food additives and nutritional products.
- Athletes often consume lactoproteins through milk-based protein shakes to support muscle recovery.
- Lactoproteins have different functional properties depending on whether they are casein or whey proteins.