Top 5 Ways To Identify Adulterated Dairy Products

Consuming adulterated dairy can lead to digestive issues, food poisoning, and long-term health risks. Here are five effective ways to spot adulterated dairy products.

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1. Testing Milk for Water Adulteration: Water is one of the most common adulterants added to milk to increase volume. While this may seem harmless, diluted milk lacks essential nutrients and can disrupt the consistency of dishes. (Image source: Canva)

2. Checking for Starch in Milk and Khoya: Starch is often added to dairy products like milk and khoya to thicken their consistency. Although starch is not immediately harmful, it provides unnecessary carbohydrates and affects the product’s authenticity. (Image source: Canva)

3. Verifying Ghee’s Purity: Ghee, a festival favorite, is often adulterated with vanaspati or hydrogenated oils, which can be harmful in the long term. Pure ghee has a distinct aroma and texture, which gets compromised when adulterated. (Image source: Canva)

4. Detecting Synthetic Milk: Synthetic milk, created using detergents, urea, and oils, poses severe health risks, including liver and kidney damage. Given the health risks, it’s crucial to ensure the milk you’re consuming is pure. (Image source: Canva)

5. Ensuring Paneer is Made from Real Milk: Paneer (cottage cheese) is a Diwali staple, often used in curries and snacks. Adulterated paneer may contain starch or may be made from synthetic milk, compromising both taste and health. (Image source: Canva)

Inputs By: Ravin Saluja, director with STERLING AGRO INDUSTRIES LIMITED ( Nova Dairy Products ) (Image source: Canva)