FAQFun and educational site about cows with cow and milk with facts, games, recipes, and contests. DairyBiz archive of articles about Dairy Management, Herd Management and Health Issues.http://www.moomilk.com/faq/22024-03-29T09:11:58ZJoomla! 1.5 - Open Source Content ManagementCan I freeze milk?2009-12-25T05:30:21Z2009-12-25T05:30:21Zhttp://www.moomilk.com/faq/2-milk-faqs/26-can-i-freeze-milk<p>Milk can be frozen and thawed in the refrigerator or in cold water, however, it is not recommended since the quality of milk is affected. The milk protein is destabilized and particles may appear floating in the milk. A better solution is to purchase only the amount of milk you can use within a week.</p><p>Milk can be frozen and thawed in the refrigerator or in cold water, however, it is not recommended since the quality of milk is affected. The milk protein is destabilized and particles may appear floating in the milk. A better solution is to purchase only the amount of milk you can use within a week.</p>Can I get enough calcium in my diet without dairy products?2009-12-25T05:32:08Z2009-12-25T05:32:08Zhttp://www.moomilk.com/faq/2-milk-faqs/29-can-i-get-enough-calcium-in-my-diet-without-dairy-products<p>Yes, but it will be difficult. Dairy foods are the richest source of calcium and contribute 73% of the calcium in the U.S. food supply. Other foods contain smaller amounts of calcium and may contain components (such as phytates and oxalate) that reduce calcium absorption . For example, a person would need to eat 8 cups of spinach, 2 1/2 cups of broccoli, 7 cups of red beans, or 6 ounces of dry roasted almonds to get the amount of calcium absorbed from an 8 ounce glass of milk.</p><p>Yes, but it will be difficult. Dairy foods are the richest source of calcium and contribute 73% of the calcium in the U.S. food supply. Other foods contain smaller amounts of calcium and may contain components (such as phytates and oxalate) that reduce calcium absorption . For example, a person would need to eat 8 cups of spinach, 2 1/2 cups of broccoli, 7 cups of red beans, or 6 ounces of dry roasted almonds to get the amount of calcium absorbed from an 8 ounce glass of milk.</p>Do children after the age of two need whole milk? 2009-12-25T05:29:56Z2009-12-25T05:29:56Zhttp://www.moomilk.com/faq/2-milk-faqs/25-do-children-after-the-age-of-two-need-whole-milk-<p>The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that parents not feed fat-modified foods to children 1-2 years of age (Pediatric Nutrition Handbook, fourth edition, AAP, 1998), including 2%, 1% or fat-free milk. Children this age need foods with a high caloric density for growth.</p>
<p>After age of 2 years, the 1995 Dietary Guidelines recommend that children gradually adopt a diet that by about five years of age, contains no more than 30 percent of calories from fat. So between the years of 2 and 5 it is up to the child's parent and pediatrician what type of milk is best for that particular child, depending upon how well the child is eating and growing and which type of milk they prefer, rather than risk having them drink less or none at all.</p>
<p>According to the latest recommendations from the National Academy of Sciences, children ages 1-3 need 500 mg of calcium daily, or the equivalent of 3 small servings of milk (6 ounces of milk or yogurt or 1 ounce of cheese.) children 4-8 need 800 mg of calcium, or the equivalent of 3 servings of milk (8 ounces of milk or yogurt or 1 ½ ounces of cheese.)</p><p>The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that parents not feed fat-modified foods to children 1-2 years of age (Pediatric Nutrition Handbook, fourth edition, AAP, 1998), including 2%, 1% or fat-free milk. Children this age need foods with a high caloric density for growth.</p>
<p>After age of 2 years, the 1995 Dietary Guidelines recommend that children gradually adopt a diet that by about five years of age, contains no more than 30 percent of calories from fat. So between the years of 2 and 5 it is up to the child's parent and pediatrician what type of milk is best for that particular child, depending upon how well the child is eating and growing and which type of milk they prefer, rather than risk having them drink less or none at all.</p>
<p>According to the latest recommendations from the National Academy of Sciences, children ages 1-3 need 500 mg of calcium daily, or the equivalent of 3 small servings of milk (6 ounces of milk or yogurt or 1 ounce of cheese.) children 4-8 need 800 mg of calcium, or the equivalent of 3 servings of milk (8 ounces of milk or yogurt or 1 ½ ounces of cheese.)</p>Does chocolate milk have as much calcium as non-flavored white milk?2009-12-25T05:33:24Z2009-12-25T05:33:24Zhttp://www.moomilk.com/faq/2-milk-faqs/32-does-chocolate-milk-have-as-much-calcium-as-non-flavored-white-milk<p>Yes, chocolate milk has an excellent nutritional profile providing significant amounts of high quality protein, calcium, riboflavin, magnesium, phosphorous, Niacin equivalents, vitamin B12, vitamin A, and when added vitamin D, as well as several essential nutrients. The only difference is that chocolate milk usually has 60 more calories because of the sucrose and other nutrient sweeteners.</p><p>Yes, chocolate milk has an excellent nutritional profile providing significant amounts of high quality protein, calcium, riboflavin, magnesium, phosphorous, Niacin equivalents, vitamin B12, vitamin A, and when added vitamin D, as well as several essential nutrients. The only difference is that chocolate milk usually has 60 more calories because of the sucrose and other nutrient sweeteners.</p>During which week of the year is the most pizza consumed?2009-12-25T05:35:21Z2009-12-25T05:35:21Zhttp://www.moomilk.com/faq/2-milk-faqs/36-during-which-week-of-the-year-is-the-most-pizza-consumed<p>Super Bowl Week.</p><p>Super Bowl Week.</p>How did ice cream evolve, and when was the month of July designated as a time to honor America's favorite dessert?2009-12-25T05:22:05Z2009-12-25T05:22:05Zhttp://www.moomilk.com/faq/2-milk-faqs/19-how-did-ice-cream-evolve-and-when-was-the-month-of-july-designated-as-a-time-to-honor-americas-favorite-dessert<p>Historians estimate that ice cream evolved sometime during the 16th century in Italy, perhaps from a recipe Marco Polo brought from the Orient. In 1984, Ronald Reagan designated July as a time to honor America's favorite dessert.</p><p>Historians estimate that ice cream evolved sometime during the 16th century in Italy, perhaps from a recipe Marco Polo brought from the Orient. In 1984, Ronald Reagan designated July as a time to honor America's favorite dessert.</p>How long after purchase will milk keep in the refrigerator?2009-12-25T05:30:48Z2009-12-25T05:30:48Zhttp://www.moomilk.com/faq/2-milk-faqs/27-how-long-after-purchase-will-milk-keep-in-the-refrigerator<p>The shelf life of milk is affected by several factors including how the product was handled before it reaches the consumer. When stored at 40 degrees Fahrenheit and not left unrefrigerated for extended periods, it should last approximately 7 days past the sell-by date on the container.</p><p>The shelf life of milk is affected by several factors including how the product was handled before it reaches the consumer. When stored at 40 degrees Fahrenheit and not left unrefrigerated for extended periods, it should last approximately 7 days past the sell-by date on the container.</p>How long does it take from the time milk leaves the cow until it reaches the grocery store?2009-12-25T05:21:33Z2009-12-25T05:21:33Zhttp://www.moomilk.com/faq/2-milk-faqs/18-how-long-does-it-take-from-the-time-milk-leaves-the-cow-until-it-reaches-the-grocery-store<p>It takes about 2 days for milk to go from the cow to the grocery store. At the grocery store, milk is kept refrigerated at 40 degrees or lower.</p><p>It takes about 2 days for milk to go from the cow to the grocery store. At the grocery store, milk is kept refrigerated at 40 degrees or lower.</p>How long does milk last after the "sell-by" or "pull dates"?2009-12-25T05:33:00Z2009-12-25T05:33:00Zhttp://www.moomilk.com/faq/2-milk-faqs/31-how-long-does-milk-last-after-the-qsell-byq-or-qpull-datesq<p>The "sell-by" or "pull dates" indicate when the product should be withdrawn from retail sale. These dates are used by the industry to reflect the age of individual packages. Generally, the product will remain fresh and usable for a few days after the "pull date" or "sell-by-date.</p><p>The "sell-by" or "pull dates" indicate when the product should be withdrawn from retail sale. These dates are used by the industry to reflect the age of individual packages. Generally, the product will remain fresh and usable for a few days after the "pull date" or "sell-by-date.</p>How many pounds of milk does it take to make 1 gallon of ice cream? How many pounds of milk does it take to make 1 pound of cheese?2009-12-25T05:34:58Z2009-12-25T05:34:58Zhttp://www.moomilk.com/faq/2-milk-faqs/35-how-many-pounds-of-milk-does-it-take-to-make-1-gallon-of-ice-cream-how-many-pounds-of-milk-does-it-take-to-make-1-pound-of-cheese<p>It takes 12 pounds of milk to make 1 gallon of ice cream. It takes 10 pounds of milk to make 1 pound of cheese. (1 quart of milk weighs 2.15 pounds)</p><p>It takes 12 pounds of milk to make 1 gallon of ice cream. It takes 10 pounds of milk to make 1 pound of cheese. (1 quart of milk weighs 2.15 pounds)</p>