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Source
Animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
In products such as cakes, ice cream, and snack cakes, milk provides richness, texture, …
What it is
Salt Milk is not a recognized single food ingredient. This term likely refers to food products that contain both milk and salt, or the combined presence of these two common ingredients. Milk is a dairy product from mammals, while salt (sodium chloride) is a mineral compound.
Why it's used
In products such as cakes, ice cream, and snack cakes, milk provides richness, texture, and flavor. Salt is typically added to enhance and balance the overall taste, often by complementing sweetness.
Health notes
The health considerations for Salt Milk are tied to its individual components. Milk is a source of essential nutrients, but also a major allergen. For salt, the FDA Daily Value is 2,300 mg, and high intake is associated with health concerns. Neither the FDA nor international bodies like JECFA evaluate "Salt Milk" as a distinct food additive or ingredient.
Allergen info
Milk is one of the nine major food allergens identified by the FDA. Salt is not considered an allergen.
Note:
This site presents label data from USDA FoodData Central for general information. It is not medical advice.
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