D(+) Galactose Powder - vegan - 500 g

Purely plant-based sweetness without a sugar rush

D(+) Galactose powder is a fine, easily soluble monosaccharide in powder form with a subtle sweetness. This natural simple sugar is chemically closely related to glucose and is one of the building blocks of many complex carbohydrates. The powder is versatile and excellent for enhancing foods and drinks. It is especially valued because it provides the body with steady energy without causing a spike in blood sugar. The glycaemic index is approximately 20% of that of glucose. Galactose can therefore help counter sugar cravings.

Galactose from acacia fibres

The powder consists exclusively of D(+) galactose, derived from acacia fibres, with no additives. That means it is a purely plant-based powder. Since galactose otherwise occurs mainly in milk, our vegan powder is a helpful alternative for people who follow a predominantly plant-based diet and/or wish to avoid milk and dairy products. The D-form of galactose is the natural, bioavailable form of this simple sugar.

Provides cells with energy without burdening blood sugar levels

D(+) Galactose is a natural component of our metabolism. It is involved in many biological processes and is used by the body, among other things, to build important cell structures such as the cell membrane and structures for communication between cells. Unlike conventional sugar, galactose is processed slowly and independently of insulin and hardly affects blood sugar levels. As a result, energy remains more stable for longer, without sugar highs and lows.

Natural sources of galactose in everyday foods

Galactose naturally occurs in various foods: primarily in milk and dairy products, but also in small amounts in tomatoes, pulses, nuts or bananas. In breast milk it is even one of the main energy sources for newborns. The body is therefore familiar with it from the start.

Who can particularly benefit from D(+) Galactose

D(+) Galactose is excellent as a mild sweetener in tea, muesli or shakes. It is particularly beneficial for people who manage their sugar intake consciously and pay attention to their insulin balance, or who follow a strictly plant-based diet. The sweetness of galactose is about 40–70% that of regular sugar. It is ideally taken between meals. As with all sugars: enjoy in moderation — too much at once can irritate the gut and put strain on the liver. The recommended daily dose should not be exceeded.

Why we use galactose from acacia fibres

Our galactose is sourced from acacia fibres — not only because these are rich in galactose-containing compounds, but also because they are technically well suited to gentle extraction. The galactans obtained from acacia gum contain exactly the sugar building blocks needed to produce highly pure D(+) galactose. The end product remains free from animal or synthetic residues — ideal for a natural, plant-based diet.

How the benefits of galactose were discovered

Galactose was first isolated from milk sugar in the mid-19th century. The name derives from the Greek word "galaktos" for milk. In the 20th century it was increasingly studied in medical research, for example in connection with galactosaemia, a rare metabolic disorder. The Argentine biochemist Luis Federico Leloir eventually elucidated the metabolic pathway of galactose, for which he was awarded the Nobel Prize in 1970.

Each pack of D(+) Galactose from Unimedica contains 500 g of powder. This corresponds to a 2.5-month supply.

Vegan and free from the following additives

D(+) Galactose from Unimedica is, in accordance with legal requirements, free from preservatives and contains no additives such as colourings, stabilisers, anti-caking agents like magnesium stearate, and is non-GM and vegan.