{"id":14779,"date":"2017-11-13T15:19:51","date_gmt":"2017-11-13T09:49:51","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/zovon.com\/?p=14779"},"modified":"2018-07-20T15:02:05","modified_gmt":"2018-07-20T09:32:05","slug":"lactic-acid","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zovon.com\/?p=14779","title":{"rendered":"Lactic Acid Sources, Benefits, Uses, Applications, Side Effects &#038; FAQs"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: justify; font-size: 16px;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Lactic acid is one of most easily available AHAs. It is mostly found in dairy products like sour milk and cheeses and so is called milk acid. This organic compound is also produced in our body by our <\/span>muscles<span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">, especially during a rigorous <\/span>workout.<span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"> This acid helps in the <\/span>production<span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"> of energy by the <\/span>alternate<span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"> method when the concentration of oxygen gets very low in muscle cells.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-31461\" src=\"https:\/\/zovon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/img-lactic-acid-02-2017-111.jpg\" alt=\"lactic acid\" width=\"700\" height=\"470\" \/><\/h3>\n<h3 id=\"How_is_it_Produced?\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: verdana,geneva,sans-serif;\"><strong>How is it Produced?<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Our body requires a comparatively higher amount of oxygen during those intense workout sessions. When muscles break the carbohydrates anaerobically in order to produce energy, another product is formed and that compound is known as Pyruvate. This compound may be broken down further to produce more energy in the adequate availability of oxygen. But when the oxygen is not sufficient enough to carry out the same reaction, this pyruvate gets converted into lactic acid.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"Formula\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: verdana,geneva,sans-serif;\"><strong>Formula for Lactic Acid:<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Lactic acid is a carboxylic acid. Its formula can be written in three ways:<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">C3H6O3<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">CH3 CHOHCOOH<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">HC3H5O3<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Lactic acid has a syrup-like consistency (50% liquid). It is odorless and colorless to yellow. It is in a liquid form 16.8 C (62.2 F) and below this temperature, it forms crystals. It is produced naturally as well as artificially.<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"> Two-dimensional structure of Lactic acid<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-31462 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/zovon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/img-formula-for-lactic-acid-2017-11.jpg\" alt=\"formula for lactic acid\" width=\"700\" height=\"470\" \/><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: verdana,geneva,sans-serif;\"><strong>Composition Of Lactic Acid:<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Lactic acid is composed of hydroxyl group adjoining to a carboxylic group just like all other\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/zovon.com\/hot-topics\/aging\/alpha-hydroxy-acids\/\"><strong style=\"font-size: 15px;\">alpha hydroxy acid (AHA).<\/strong>\u00a0<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">During power exercises like running and sprinting, the demand for energy is high. Glucose breaks down and it forms pyruvate. In this procedure, lactate is produced from the pyruvate so faster that tissues cannot remove it.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"Uses\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: verdana,geneva,sans-serif;\"><strong>Sources\/Uses Of Lactic Acid:<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana,geneva,sans-serif;\"><strong>Lactic acid in food:<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Lactic acid is found in many foods. It is formed by natural fermentation in products like soy sauce, yogurt, cheese, meat products, etc. Lactic acid is also used widely in food applications. It is used as a pH regulator, preservative and flavoring agent as well.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana,geneva,sans-serif;\"><strong>Meat:<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Lactic acid in the form of potassium lactate is used to increase the <\/span>shelf<span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"> life of meat and poultry products and keep these fresher for a considerable period of time.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-31463 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/zovon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/img-meat-2017-11.jpg\" alt=\"meat\" width=\"700\" height=\"470\" \/><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana,geneva,sans-serif;\"><strong>Beverages:<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">It has a mild taste so it is used as an acidity controller in soft drinks and juices.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-31464 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/zovon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/img-beverages-2017-11.jpg\" alt=\"beverages\" width=\"700\" height=\"470\" \/><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana,geneva,sans-serif;\"><strong>Pickles:<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">It is used in the prevention of pickled vegetables such as olives, pearl onions and other vegetable preserved in brine.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-31465 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/zovon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/img-pickles-2017-11.jpg\" alt=\"pickles\" width=\"700\" height=\"470\" \/><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana,geneva,sans-serif;\"><strong>Dairy:<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">It has an antimicrobial action that preserves dairy products. It is an excellent acidification agent.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-31467 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/zovon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/img-dairy-2017-11.jpg\" alt=\"dairy\" width=\"700\" height=\"470\" \/><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana,geneva,sans-serif;\"><strong>Salads:<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">It keeps microbial stability in salads which results in maintaining its milder flavor in products.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-31468 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/zovon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/img-salads-2017-11.jpg\" alt=\"salads\" width=\"700\" height=\"470\" \/><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana,geneva,sans-serif;\"><strong>Confectionery:<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Lactic acid results in the mild taste in confectionery products like candies, fruit gums and other products. It improves quality, reduces stickiness and gives confectionery products a longer shelf life.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana,geneva,sans-serif;\"><strong>Other than above-mentioned products, lactic acid is also used in:<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Personal and healthcare products<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Cleaning products<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Food preservatives<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Paint and coating additives<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Electrical products<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Laundry products<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Dairy foods, such as yogurt<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Dishwashing products<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Furniture care products<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Lactic Acid Used in Other Products<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana,geneva,sans-serif;\"><strong>Pharmaceuticals:<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Lactic acid is used in pharmaceutical industry as a pH regulator, an intermediate chiral molecule and as a metal detachment agent.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana,geneva,sans-serif;\"><strong>Biomaterials:<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Lactic acid is an important component in biomaterials such as reassembled screws, sutures and medical devices<\/span>.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana,geneva,sans-serif;\"><strong>Detergents:<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Lactic acid is known for its disabling properties and is applied in household cleaning products. Also, it is used as a natural anti-bacterial agent in decontaminant products.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana,geneva,sans-serif;\"><strong>Technical:<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Lactic acid is used in a wide variety of industrial processes where acidity is required such as manufacturing of leather and textile products, computer disks, car coating, etc.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana,geneva,sans-serif;\"><strong>Animal Feed:<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Lactic acid is a mainly used as a preservative in animal nutrition. It has health improving properties, thus increases the performance of farm animals. It is also used in their food and water.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana,geneva,sans-serif;\"><strong>Biodegradable Plastics:<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Lactic Acid is the foremost building block for Polylactic Acid. PLA is a bio-based and biodegradable polymer that is used for producing renewable and combustible plastics.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana,geneva,sans-serif;\"><strong>Skin And Lactic Acid:<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Lactic acid belongs to the acids family that is alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs). It is produced naturally within the body and also found in dairy products. This acid is artificially produced for skin care as well. It is used an exfoliant, a moisturizer and in skin peel treatments. As it has the moisturizing effect, it prevents\u00a0water loss from the skin. It also helps in the production of oil and fats in the skin to give it a youthful look. Lactic acid works as an excellent exfoliating agent by breaking down bonds between cells.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"Benefits\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: verdana,geneva,sans-serif;\"><strong>Benefits Of Lactic Acid:<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">It gently cleans the skin and works as an exfoliant for radiant skin.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">It hydrates and prevents the skin from water loss.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">It has anti-bacterial quality so prevent the skin from acne.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">It controls pigmentation like red and brown spots on the skin.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">It has an <a href=\"https:\/\/zovon.com\/hot-topics\/aging\/anti-aging\/\">anti-aging<\/a> effect. <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">It promotes skin renewal.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">It reduces fine lines.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">It improves texture and tone and brightens the skin.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">It prevents the skin from oiliness and breakouts.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: verdana,geneva,sans-serif;\"><strong>Application Of Lactic Acid:<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>As a cleanser:<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Lactic acid as a cleanser leaves an excellent result on your skin. It gives deep cleansing and exfoliation to the skin.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>As a Lotion or Cream:<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">If you have a very dull and dry skin, cream or lotion is a better option. It gives texture to the skin and removes roughness.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>As a Peel:<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Peeling treatment with the product containing lactic acid once in a week or two can give great results for skin treatments.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">It can also be used in the combination with other compounds such as Vitamin A, B and C as they are a great family together.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"Side_effects\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: verdana,geneva,sans-serif;\"><strong>Side Effects Of Lactic Acid:<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana,geneva,sans-serif;\"><strong>Some of the side effects people may face after applying lactic acid are:<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Burning<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Itching<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Stinging<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Redness<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Skin irritation<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Blistering<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Skin discoloration<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Some of the side effects which can be seen in people who take lactic acid as a supplement are:<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Allergic reactions<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Swelling<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Itching on face, tongue or throat<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Severe dizziness<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Trouble breathing<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: verdana,geneva,sans-serif;\"><strong>Precautions:<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Before using these products, consult a doctor if you are allergic to these kinds of acids or have sensitive skin. These products may contain inactive acids also which may leave an allergic effect on the skin.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"FAQ\" style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><span style=\"font-family: verdana,geneva,sans-serif; font-size: 14pt;\"><strong>FAQs:\u00a0<\/strong><strong>What people normally want to know about Lactic Acid?<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-family: verdana,geneva,sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>1. Can we intake lactic acid during pregnancy?<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Yes, we can take medicines containing lactic acid if it is highly required and after the recommendation by your doctor.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana,geneva,sans-serif;\"><strong>2. Is there any specific time in a day our body makes lactic acid?<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">No, the human body makes lactic acid all the time.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana,geneva,sans-serif;\"><strong>3. I am a vegetarian. How can I get lactic acid naturally?<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">There are fruits, vegetables and other products which have lactic acid naturally such as yogurt, dough bread, bakery products, beverages, pickled vegetables. You will find lactic acid in above-mentioned products in considerable quantities.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana,geneva,sans-serif;\"><strong>4. Are there Lactic acid supplements available in the market?<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Yes, there are supplements containing lactic acid available in the market. Some are Probiotics, Alkalife tablets, Extreme endurance. However, it is highly recommended to ask the pharmacist before taking them. It can have adverse effects on the body as well.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Lactic acid is one of most easily available AHAs. It is mostly found in dairy products like sour milk and cheeses and so is called milk acid. This organic compound is also produced in our body by our muscles, especially during a rigorous workout. 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