"Lactose digestion" refers to the process by which the body breaks down lactose, a type of sugar found in milk and dairy products, into smaller components so that it can be properly absorbed and used for energy. Full definition
Remember butter is a dairy product, and doggie systems aren't usually very effective at lactose digestion. (cuteness.com)
Today the gene for lactose digestion is present in 80 percent of Europeans but in just 20 percent of Asians and Africans. (discovermagazine.com)
Shulman, R.J., Wong, W.W. & Smith, E.O. Influence of changes in lactase activity and small - intestinal mucosal growth on lactose digestion and absorption in preterm infants. (medela.com)