Question 1

What is Lactic Acid?

Accepted Answer

Lactic acid (2-hydroxypropanoic acid) is an organic acid found naturally in foods and produced in the body during metabolism. Commercially, it’s produced mainly by fermentation of carbohydrates. In consumer products, it’s commonly used in foods and topical skincare, but oral “supplement” use is not well established.

Question 2

What are the common uses of Lactic Acid?

Accepted Answer

Lactic Acid is commonly used for Food ingredient (acidulant/pH control, flavoring, antimicrobial roles depending on use), Topical alpha-hydroxy acid in skincare products (not an oral supplement use).

Question 3

How does Lactic Acid work?

Accepted Answer

As a food ingredient, lactic acid helps control acidity (pH) and can influence flavor and preservation. In the body, lactate/lactic acid are part of normal metabolic pathways.

Question 4

What are the side effects of Lactic Acid?

Accepted Answer

Common side effects of Lactic Acid may include Topical: irritation/stinging/redness can occur depending on concentration and skin sensitivity, Oral: safety for supplemental oral use is not well established. Always consult with a healthcare professional before starting any supplement.

Question 5

Are there any warnings or precautions for Lactic Acid?

Accepted Answer

Avoid assuming oral supplementation is safe/effective; reliable oral-supplement guidance is lacking Topical use: avoid eyes/broken skin; discontinue if significant irritation occurs

Question 6

Is Lactic Acid FDA approved?

Accepted Answer

Lactic acid is affirmed/regulated for specific uses as a food ingredient in the U.S. (including GRAS/food additive provisions depending on context). Oral dietary-supplement use is not well supported by reliable evidence.

Question 7

Where can I buy Lactic Acid?

Accepted Answer

Commonly available as a food ingredient and widely available in topical skincare products; oral supplement products exist but are not backed by strong safety/efficacy guidance.

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