It is not possible to consume colostrum raw and it is not recommended. On the other hand, colostrum is a type of milk that does not tolerate heat very well. When heated, it curdles, solidifies and cannot be poured into a glass and drunk. In addition, the fact that colostrum has a heavier taste and aroma than milk also limits its consumption. Colostrum contains molecules…
Sloe berry, scientific name Prunus spinosa L., is a thorny shrub belonging to the Rosaceae family. Sloe berry is also called “blackthorn,” “wild blackthorn,” or “wild plum.” This article consists of three headings; while the first care describes the features of the sloe berry plant, the headings further down the page cover its health benefits and future potential. Characteristics of Sloe Berry Sloe berry, known…
Autumn olive (Elaeagnus umbellata Thunb.) is among the species that has attracted the most attention recently among wild fruits. The autumn olive plant is a shrub-shaped plant belonging to the Elaeagnaceae family. The deciduous autumn olive plant is a thorny plant species with an increasingly dense accumulation of leaves. The flowers of the autumn olive have four divisions, are yellow-white and fragrant. Generally, autumn olive…
Milk is a food with a slightly acidic character. This acidic character is mainly due to the proteins (casein, albumin and globulins), phosphates, organic acids such as citric acid and carbon dioxide gas found in the natural structure of milk. This acidity is called “the natural acidity of milk.” Since the natural acidity of milk depends on the components naturally present in its structure, any…
Sucuk, a dry fermented sausage type, is produced in two ways; traditional and industrial. Traditional production is generally carried out in small-scale enterprises without starter cultures, and sucuk is ripened under natural conditions. In industrial production, starter cultures are used for controlled fermentation. Air conditioning units that can automatically control temperature, air flow and relative humidity are used for fermentation and drying processes. This product,…
Jujube fruit has a history of approximately 4000 years. Its name in the literature is Zizyphus jujuba Mill. It is known as the “fruit of life” and “fruit of immortality” in China. This article consists of two parts. The first part of the article provides general information about the jujube plant. The second part, which is located further down, provides information about the health benefits…
Aşure is a tradition of the Islamic society. It is held every year on the 10th day of Hijri Muharram and is served to neighbors and relatives. According to Islamic belief, when Prophet Noah set foot on land after the Great Flood, he made this dish with the last ingredients in his hand. Today, Aşure is consumed as a uniquely delicious dessert and it is…
Sensory characteristics are properties of milk that the human senses can feel. Although instrumental analyses are needed to precisely determine milk’s properties, sensory analysis also provides important indications for the expert. The sensory characteristics of milk are color, taste and odor, consistency and structure. In this article, the properties of milk in its natural state and the situations in which these properties deviate from naturalness…
Here is another unique dessert! Your kids will love this dessert. This dessert is an excellent way for your child to consume milk, especially if your child doesn’t drink milk because of its smell or taste. A unique flavor emerges with the combination of lemon and cinnamon. I am sure you will love this dessert. It’s also a great dessert to serve to guests. Moreover,…