Question

Write the difference between milk powder and dairy whitener.

Answer 1

Hint: Milk is a nutrient-dense food that contains essential amino acids, calcium, and a variety of vitamins and minerals. Milk powders are high in soluble vitamins and minerals such as calcium, phosphorus, and magnesium and can be used to fortify a variety of products; for example, 100g of skimmed milk powder contains 1,300mg of calcium. The fat in dairy milk is a naturally occurring animal fat. The fat in tea whiteners, on the other hand, is derived from vegetables. The carbohydrate content of tea whiteners is also higher than that of dairy milk.

Complete answer:

Milk powder	Dairy whitener
When milk powder is dissolved in liquid, it forms lumps.	The milk whitener dissolves smoothly in the liquid without forming lumps.
There are more protein and nutrient sources in milk powder.	Milk whitener contains fewer nutrients and protein.
Powdered milk is made by evaporating the milk content until it is dry.	The milk whitener is a substance created by extracting the liquid from cow's milk.
Powder has less sugar	The sugar content of a dairy whitener is higher than that of milk powder. This is due to the addition of corn syrup or sugar to dairy whiteners.
This has less shelf life when compared to whitener	This has longer shelf life than powder
No unhealthy additives	In comparison to milk powder, dairy whiteners typically contain a number of unhealthy additives, such as hydrogenated oils, palm oil, and carrageenan. Extracted from red seaweed, castoreum and monosodium glutamate are used as emulsifiers and flavouring agents.
Filled with more nutrients and proteins than dairy whitener.	Dairy whiteners typically contain fewer nutrients and protein than whole milk powder.

Note: Milk powder contains oxidised cholesterol and is difficult for the body to digest. Regular consumption may result in cholestrol-related side effects such as weight gain, high blood pressure, and, in the worst-case scenario, heart problems. Milk powder is generally safe to consume in small amounts. However, excessive and prolonged use may be more harmful than the nutritional benefits milk is supposed to provide.