International Journal of Fermented Foods
  • Year: 2021
  • Volume: 10
  • Issue: 1

β-Galactosidase: Application in Dairy and Food Industry

Department of Dairy Chemistry, SMC College of Dairy Science, Anand, Kamdhenu University, Gujarat, India

*Corresponding author: rakendhusaji1997@gmail.com

Online Published on 06 September, 2022.

Abstract

β-galactosidase is an enzyme which is highly important in dairy industry. The purpose of the enzyme is the hydrolysis of lactose. In addition to that it has other food applications. Due to the increasing incidence of lactose intolerance, this enzyme is gaining importance commercially. Many advancements have come with respect to this production of enzymes like biotechnological innovation and immobilization.

Keywords

β-galactosidase, Hydrolysis, Application, Lactose intolerance