The usual assumption is that baking soda is most effective in events lasting between one and ten minutes, which generate the highest lactate levels.—Alex Hutchinson, Outside Online, 28 Aug. 2024 Then the breakdown of muscle glycogen that produces energy also results in the making of lactate plus a hydrogen ion.—Kristen Rogers, CNN, 9 Aug. 2024
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Those who are pregnant or lactating: Following a vegan diet during pregnancy can be perfectly safe.—Melissa Nieves, Verywell Health, 17 May 2024 In response to these three emergencies, UNICEF urgently requires up to $35.3 million for critical, lifesaving and multi-sectoral interventions for children, as well as pregnant and lactating women.—Sarah Ferguson, Forbes, 19 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for lactate
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Etymology
Verb
Latin lactatus, past participle of lactare, from lact-, lac
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