Which Is Better Powdered Milk or Liquid Milk?


Yes it is better to use powdered milk because it has a far longer shelf life than liquid milk and does not need to be refrigerated, due to its low moisture content. Also it helps reduce its bulk for economy of transportation. Available as Dry Whole Milk, it is most commonly produced as Non-Fat Dry Milk , also known as Dried Skim Milk.

Powdered milk is widely used in the manufacture of infant formula, confectionery such as chocolate and caramel candy, and in recipes for baked goods where adding liquid milk would render the product too thin and also used in various sweets such as the famous Indian milk balls known as gulab jamun and popular Pakistani sweet delicacy (sprinkled with desiccated coconut) known as Chum chum (made with skim milk powder).

Also a common item used in making food aid supplies, fallout shelters, warehouses, and wherever fresh milk is not a viable option. It is widely used in many developing countries because of low cost in transportaion and storage.

It is considered nonperishable and very easy to prepare food because it only needs to have one cup of potable water and one third cup of powdered milk. It is important to note that whether it is a powder milk or liquid milk, still they have pretty much the same amount of vitamins A and D, as well as calcium. All of them will provide us our need for continued growth and strengthening of the bones.

Both milk formulas are okay and safe to use. However, there are advantages of using powdered milk versus liquid milk. Powdered milk are much easier to store and convenient since it has longer shelf-life compared to it’s liquid form.

At the same time, it is a readily available source of protein and vitamin D and also high in calcium that is good for pregnant, nursing and those people suffering from osteoporosis. Powdered milk contains no fat and is low in calories and cholesterol-free.

On the other hand, non-fat dry milk can go rancid anytime since it contains fat. Liquid milk tastes much better than it’s counterparts. Others still prefer drinking fresh milk because of it’s flavor, quality and freshness.

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