Tag: D lactate

According to a 2022 review, many fermented foods like yogurt, cheeses, and sauerkraut can contain substantial amounts of D-lactate, a stereoisomer of lactic acid produced by certain bacteria. Understanding the sources of D-lactate is important, especially for those monitoring their diet due to specific health conditions.

An estimated 3.9 million people in the U.S. alone consume probiotics daily, yet many are unaware that certain strains can produce D-lactate. Understanding which probiotics produce D-lactate is crucial for individuals with specific health conditions, such as SIBO or mitochondrial dysfunction, to avoid potential adverse effects like neurological symptoms.

Over 95% of reported cases of D-lactic acidosis are linked to colonic bacterial overgrowth in patients with short bowel syndrome. This rare condition highlights the importance of understanding the sources of D-lactate, the less common form of lactic acid, which is a key product of human metabolism. Unlike L-lactate, D-lactate is mainly produced by microorganisms in the gut, dietary intake, and to a smaller degree, the body's own metabolic processes.