Powdered milk
Powdered Milk
Powdered milk, also known as dried milk, is a manufactured dairy product made by evaporating milk to dryness.
Pronunciation
Powdered milk: /ˈpaʊdərd mɪlk/
Etymology
The term "powdered milk" is derived from the process of its production. The word "powder" comes from the Old French "poudre", meaning "to pound or grind", and "milk" is from the Old English "meoluc", which is related to the Latin "mulgeo", meaning "I milk".
Production
Powdered milk is produced by removing the water from regular milk. This is typically done through a process called spray drying, where the milk is sprayed into a heated chamber. The water evaporates, leaving behind the milk solids in a powdered form.
Usage
Powdered milk is used in baking and confectionery production, and in the manufacture of infant formula, as well as in the home to make liquid milk when fresh milk is not available. It is also used in many recipes for homemade skincare products.
Related Terms
- Milk: A nutrient-rich liquid food produced by the mammary glands of mammals.
- Spray drying: A method of producing a dry powder from a liquid or slurry by rapidly drying with a hot gas.
- Infant formula: A manufactured food designed and marketed for feeding to babies and infants under 12 months of age.
- Dairy product: Food produced from the milk of mammals.
Health Aspects
Powdered milk has the same nutritional composition as milk, but the lack of water makes it more concentrated. One of the main benefits of powdered milk is its long shelf life. However, it lacks the fresh taste of liquid milk and may not be as appealing to drink on its own.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Powdered milk
- Wikipedia's article - Powdered milk
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