<b>POWDERED MILK- A good milk alternative </b>
By:Renu Sain, Updated: Jan 13, 2022 | 13:27 IST 
It is customary to get powdered milk along with a cup of coffee while you are on a Shatabdi train. Powdered milk is ubiquitous and is part of meals while you are mobile. And we have all relished several packets and spoonful of milk powder. But do you k know it is versatile and can supplement your dairy intakes and usages. But how much are these little sachets of good for our health?
Commonly available in supermarkets, powdered milk has many uses. One can make any milk-based dessert and beverage. It is made by evaporating regular milk leaving behind the skimmed milk powder after some stages of processing.
What does it do?
Although people consider it a good alternative to milk because it has nearly the same nutritional qualities as milk. But getting liberal with its usage can cause harm to the body as it is high in cholesterol and even contains many added sugars. But it is not completely devoid of any good elements:
- Make your beverages creamier
- Good source of calcium
- It is lightweight
- Doesn’t require refrigeration
- Contains fat and calories
Nutritional composition:
A 68 grams of dry milk provide the following amount of nutrients:
NUTRIENTS
| MEASURE (%DV)*
|
Calorie
| 243
|
Carbohydrate
| 12%
|
Dietary fibre
| 0%
|
Protein
| 24g
|
Vitamin C 6.3%
| Vitamin A 32%
|
Sodium 16%
| Potassium 33%
|
Calcium 64%
| Iron 1.2%
|
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contribute to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Interesting Facts about Milk Powder
1.Promotes muscle building- Milk powder has a high amount of protein that builds muscle and provides sufficient energy during the workouts. It also has other amino acids that may boost the overall functions of the body.
2.Strengthens bones- Milk powder has nearly similar calcium goodness as milk which helps in making the bones strong and prevents easy breakage. Powdered milk can be a supplement for calcium intake.
3.Increases cholesterol levels- Powdered milk contains preservatives to increase its shelf life which can cause damage to blood vessels and cause heart diseases.
4.Safe for lactose intolerant people- The milk powder can serve as a substitute for people, who cannot digest milk due to diet restrictions or medical conditions. It provides some nutrition for the body and is a good non-dairy alternate.
5.Do not make it a habit, use in moderation- Milk powder could be addictive. However, keeping a check on its consumption is important because it has many preservatives that could do more harm than good.
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