Pasteurized Milk-free Of Artificial Hormones

Milk that has been heated to a specific temperature for a set amount of time to kill harmful bacteria. This process extends shelf life while retaining most of the milk's nutritional value. The term 'free of artificial hormones' indicates that the milk comes from cows not treated with synthetic growth hormones like rBST (recombinant bovine somatotropin).

Milk is a common ingredient in a wide variety of foods, providing moisture, protein, and a creamy texture. It's used in baked goods, dairy products, sauces, soups, and beverages. Manufacturers use it for its nutritional content and its ability to emulsify fats and bind ingredients.

Pasteurized milk is a staple food in the US and is generally recognized as safe by the FDA. The process of pasteurization is a key public health measure. The use of artificial hormones in dairy cows is regulated by the FDA, which has determined that milk from treated cows is safe for consumption. There is no scientific consensus that milk from cows treated with approved hormones has different health effects than milk from untreated cows.