The festival season is a time for joy, sweets, and celebrations. Families come together, and food is a big part of it. One important thing during this time is milk. Milk is used to make sweets like kheer, paneer, and barfi. But people sell fake milk during the festival season. 

Acharya Manish Ji, an Ayurveda health expert, wants to help you stay safe. Acharya ji always encourages individuals that we should be careful about the milk we buy. Fake milk products can make us sick. In this blog, we will discuss how you can identify fake milk products and protect your health this festival season.

What is Fake Milk?

Fake milk is not real milk. It is made with chemicals and powder. People who sell fake milk mix these things to make it look like real milk. But it is very harmful to our health.

Why are Fake Milk Products Harmful?

Fake milk products are dangerous because they are made with harmful ingredients. These chemicals can make you sick. Some of the problems you might face are:

• Stomach pain

• Vomiting

• Diarrhea

• Skin problems

• Breathing issues

• Food poisoning and digestive disorders

• Kidney and liver damage

• Hormonal imbalances

• Long-term health issues, including cancer

If you drink fake milk for a long time, it can damage your kidneys and liver. This is why it’s important to know how to check for fake milk.

The List of Adulterants used in Milk and their Harmful Effects:

The demand for milk is high owing to its daily consumption. It shoots up during festivals. The harmful effects of consuming adulterated milk regularly can lead to:

Acharya Manish Ji’s tips to Identify Fake Milk used in Sweets

Acharya Manish Ji has shared simple tips that anyone can follow to check if the milk is real or fake.

1. Check the smell

Fake milk often has a soapy or strange smell. Real milk smells fresh and sweet. If the milk smells bad or chemical-like, don’t use it.

2. Do the boiling test

Boil the milk and check if a thick cream forms on top. Real milk will form a thick layer of cream when boiled. Fake milk will not form much cream, or it will form a thin layer.

3. Taste the milk

Real milk tastes smooth and creamy. Fake milk tastes watery or chalky. If the taste is odd, do not drink it.

4. Rub the milk between your fingers

Rub a drop of milk between your fingers. Real milk feels smooth. Fake milk feels oily or sticky because of the chemicals.

5. Check for white powder

Take a few drops of milk on a plate and let it dry. If you see white powder or residue, the milk might be fake.

6. Check the colour

Real milk is white, but not too bright. If the milk looks too white or shiny, it might be mixed with chemicals.

7. Do the soap test

Mix a few drops of milk with water in a glass and shake it. If you see foam like soap, the milk might be fake. Real milk doesn’t create foam like that.

How can I Prevent Buying Fake Milk Products & Sweets?

Acharya Manish Ji, who is a meditation and health expert, always says that prevention is the best way to protect your health. Here are a few tips to stay safe:

• Buy milk from trusted shops: Always buy milk from places you trust. Avoid buying milk from unknown sellers.

• Check for certification: Make sure the milk you buy is certified. Certified milk is checked for quality.

• Avoid milk powders: Sometimes fake milk is made using milk powder. Try to avoid milk powders during the festival season.

• Boil the milk before using: Always boil milk before drinking or using it in sweets. Boiling can kill some harmful germs.

• Check labels: Look for the milk's pasteurisation date and expiration date.

• Eat fresh homemade sweets: Homemade sweets are safer because you know what ingredients are used. Avoid sweets that look too shiny or artificial.

The Importance of Pure Food

Acharya Manish Ji always talks about the importance of eating healthy food and also says that what we eat affects our health and mind. Pure and clean food keeps our body strong and healthy. Fake and impure food can make us weak and sick. During festivals, we eat a lot of sweets and snacks. If these foods are made with fake milk, they can harm us. So, it is very important to choose pure ingredients.

Conclusion

This festival season 2024, be careful about the milk you buy. Follow Acharya Manish Ji’s simple tips to check for fake milk. Ensuring the milk you consume is real and not synthetic. By doing this, you can protect yourself and your loved ones from the dangers posed by fake milk. Always choose quality or real milk to enjoy the festive season without compromising your health.

FAQs:

Q. What are the side effects of synthetic milk?

 Ans. If we take fake milk for a long time it can cause severe health problems like food poisoning, gastrointestinal complications, heart problems, and cancer.

Q. How do you know if milk is safe?

Ans. Your sense of smell and taste are the best indication of whether the milk is ok to drink – if it doesn't smell, and tastes just fine, then milk is safe to drink. 

Q. Is milk pasteurisation necessary to prevent fake milk?

Ans. Yes, Acharya Manish Ji emphasises that pasteurisation is a process that kills harmful bacteria in milk.