List of dairy products

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Dairy products are food items produced from the milk of mammals, primarily cows, but also goats, sheep, and buffaloes. They are a significant part of human diet and are consumed worldwide. Dairy products are rich in essential nutrients including calcium, protein, and vitamins.

Types of Dairy Products[edit]

Milk[edit]

Milk is the primary source of nutrition for infant mammals before they are able to digest other types of food. It is a white liquid produced by the mammary glands of mammals and contains valuable nutrients.

Cheese[edit]

Cheese is a dairy product derived from milk and produced in a wide range of flavors, textures, and forms by coagulation of the milk protein casein.

Yogurt[edit]

Yogurt is a food produced by bacterial fermentation of milk. The bacteria used to make yogurt are known as yogurt cultures, which ferment lactose, the natural sugar found in milk.

Butter[edit]

Butter is a dairy product made from the fat and protein components of milk or cream. It is a semi-solid emulsion at room temperature, consisting of approximately 80% milk fat.

Ice Cream[edit]

Ice Cream is a sweetened frozen food typically eaten as a snack or dessert. It is usually made from dairy products, such as milk and cream, and often combined with fruits or other ingredients and flavors.

Cream[edit]

Cream is a dairy product composed of the higher-fat layer skimmed from the top of milk before homogenization.

Health Benefits[edit]

Dairy products are rich in essential nutrients including calcium, protein, and vitamins. They are associated with numerous health benefits, including bone health, cardiovascular health, and weight management.

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List of dairy products[edit]

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