Corporate greed Quote by Ron Schmid
““One fact is beyond dispute: Homogenization prevents the consumer from realizing just how little fat is contained in modern processed milk, even "full fat" milk. Before homogenization, milk purchasers looked for milk that had lots of cream - that was the sign that the milk came from healthy cows, cows on pasture. Old-fashioned milk contained from 4 to 8 percent butterfat, which translated into lots of cream on the top. Modern milk is standardize at 3.5 percent, no more. Butterfat brings bigger profits to the dairy industry as butter or as an ingredient in ice cream than as a component of liquid milk. The consumer has been cheated, but with homogenization, he can't tell.””
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Milk Controversy, 2015
Homogenization hides the true butterfat content, misleading consumers about milk quality and profit motives.
In simple terms: Homogenization hides butterfat, cheating consumers.
Key Takeaway
Know and choose less processed milk.
Themes
food industry
consumer deception
nutrition
economics
Mood
skeptical
informative
Type
analytical
educational
When to use this quote
- grocery shopping
- diet planning
- advocacy
- policy discussion
Key Concepts
dairy processing
profit incentives
food transparency
Questions to Reflect On
- How does processing affect your food choices?
- Can you identify other hidden ingredients?
A Different Perspective
Consumer awareness is limited; taste preferences may outweigh health concerns.
