Posted on 01/11/2023 6:16:32 AM PST by Red Badger
NATIONAL MILK DAY
National Milk Day on January 11th commemorates the day many think the first milk deliveries in glass bottles began in the United States. Alexander Campbell of the New York Dairy Company professed to the New York State Senate that his company was the first to make these deliveries in 1878.
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The United States and Australia export more milk and milk products than any other country. Those products include cheese, yogurt, ice cream, butter, cream, powdered milk, and much more. Throughout the world, more than 6 billion people consume milk and the products we make from it. One of the reasons is because milk provides nutrients such as calcium, potassium, vitamin B12, and vitamin A.
Production History
During the Middle Ages, people called milk the virtuous white liquor because alcoholic beverages were more reliable than water. In 1863, French chemist and biologist Louis Pasteur made it possible for milk and other food and drinks to be stored for more extended periods. He developed a method of killing harmful bacteria that is now called pasteurization.
In 1884, an American doctor, Hervey Thatcher of New York City, developed the first modern glass milk bottle. He called it the “Thatcher’s Common Sense Milk Jar.” He used a waxed paper disk to seal the milk in the glass bottle. Later, in 1932, plastic-coated paper milk cartons were introduced commercially as a consequence of their invention by Victor W. Farris.
Modern industrial processes use milk to produce casein, whey protein, lactose, condensed milk, powdered milk, and many other food-additive and industrial products.
Animals
The females of all mammal species can, by definition, produce milk. However, cow milk dominates commercial production. In 2011. FAO estimates cows produced 85% of all milk worldwide. Apart from cattle, many kinds of livestock contribute milk used by humans for dairy products. These animals include buffalo, goat, sheep, camel, donkey, horse, reindeer, and yak. Like cattle, their milk produces cream, butter, yogurt, kefir, ice cream, and cheese, too.
HOW TO OBSERVE NATIONAL MILK DAY
The ultimate way to celebrate is with a large glass of milk. However, a serving of anything made with milk would count, too! Does a milkshake sound good to you? We’ve gathered up some other ways to celebrate, too!
Make your own cheese
Add chocolate, strawberry, and malted flavorings to your milk. Then blindfold the kids and have a milk tasting!
Invite a friend for homemade hot chocolate
While drinking your milk, learn more about the nutrients in milk
Use #NationalMilkDay to post on social media.
Educators and families, visit the National Day Classroom for projects and ideas to help you Celebrate Every Day.
NATIONAL MILK DAY HISTORY
In 1915, The International Association of Milk Inspectors submitted a request to Congress in October of 1915 for a resolution naming an observance of National Milk Day. Their request did not suggest a date for the observance. We have no record that the incoming Congress ever presented a resolution for National Milk Day, nor did incoming President Woodrow Wilson ever declare the day.
National Day Calendar continues the search for the creator of the day.
Relevant Observances
National Hot Chocolate Day
World Milk Day
World Osteoporosis Day
Milk FAQ
Q. How many calories are in a cup of whole milk?
A. One cup of whole milk contains 149 calories.
Q. Does all milk come from cows?
A. No. Today you can purchase milk from both cows and goats in the grocery store. There are also a variety of plant-based milk on the market, too.
Milk Ping!.....................
I don’t got milk ..and i forgot the cheese!
I drink a lot of milk.
My bones are strong, but I got bone spurs and kidney stones...my fault there!
No longer partake. Developed food allergies for many things including dairy 20 years ago after a flu shot. I miss lasagna most of all.
Somebody’s gonna milk this thread for all it’s worth!
It's a cult classic!
I love milk but I gotta stop. Its a substance thats made to take 50 lb calf and in less than a year turn it into a 1500lb yummy delicious meat filled behemoth. Its so delicious and packed with everything a growing cow or human needs to thrive. Loaded with delectable sugars, fats and proteins, but the lactose is spiking my blood sugar. Heavy whipping cream and smooth creamy butter also hold a place of honor on this wonderful day.
Milk was the beverage of choice for Barnaby Jones.
I had an article I used to read to my high school health students - so many homes no longer serve milk and in many cases, soda has replaced milk as the beverage of choice.
The outcome has been a lot more broken bones due to lack of calcium in the kids’ diet. Doctors were reporting that in the past, kids would be bruised or scraped up if they fell off bikes, while playing, etc., now they’re breaking bones.
I forgot about Archie.
I thought MLK day is next monday?
You need to buy a vowel...................
Judge milk by the calcium it has and not the color of its skim?
With inflation how it is?
Well, you could rent one......................😁
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