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Dairy - MILK - Non Dairy

MILK - An opaque white thick fluid rich in fat and protein, secreted by female mammal or food source for the nourishment. Protein is the main source of MILK, along the FATS, There are 3-4 Caseins in the milk of the most species, the different caseins are distinct molecules but are similar in structure. All other proteins found in the milk are grouped together under the name of whey proteins.The major whey protein in cow's milk are beta-lactoglobulin and alpha-lactalbumin. Butterfat or Milk fat is known for fats in MILK,Fats will be minimal and it's low in saturated fat,More than 400 different fatty acids have been identified in the milk fat. The fatty acids in whole milk are approximately 62% saturated,30% monounsaturated,4%polyunsaturated and another 4%are other types such as naturally occurring trans fatty acids, which include conjugated linoleic acid(CLA).Milk fat is the primary component of cream,when milk is centrifuged to separate the cream and the the plasma phase o...