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caseinMain protein of milk, from which it can be separated by the action of acid, the enzyme rennin, or bacteria (souring); it is also the main protein in cheese. Casein is used as a protein supplement in the treatment of malnutrition. It is used commercially in cosmetics, glues, and as a sizing for coating paper. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Regardless of the extent of freezing and the amount of storage time, the soft cheeses exhibited eight distinctive bands of alpha-s2-, beta- and gamma 1-caseins, beta-lactoglobulin and some polypeptides degraded from caseins. ``Patients with autism might also have digestive problems that cause a marked sensitivity to certain foods, but I have not seen any evidence that there is a connection between glutens and caseins and autism symptoms. He usually starts by taking children off foods with glutens - wheat-based foods - and caseins - dairy products. |
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