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Infant formula or formula milk is always a crucial nutritional product for toddlers. But did you know, adults can absolutely utilize infant formula to supplement nutrition and enhance beauty. Let's explore the most common ways adults, especially women, can use infant formula.
Adults can also consume infant formula
According to nutritionists' advice, adults can consume infant formula. However, infant formula products tend to have higher protein and fat content than the needs of adults. Therefore, only those with normal health, free from metabolic disorders,... can use it.
Furthermore, when using these infant formula products for adults, you will need to recalculate energy needs and nutrient levels to adjust the daily diet. Here we can understand adults consuming infant formula in the following 2 ways:
- Firstly, children's milk can also be consumed by adults because it's not formula milk, not supplemented with anything. Examples include whole milk, skim milk, low-fat milk, fat-free milk, fresh milk...
Secondly, formula milk for children can also be used by adults with similar needs. For instance, milk fortified with calcium and vitamin D for children can also be suitable for middle-aged women, menopausal women. Milk fortified with DHA, taurine... for children's brain development can also be used by elderly with declining memory.
Beauty with infant formula
Not many people know that infant formula can also be incredibly effective for beauty purposes. Specifically, milk can be used as facial masks or mixed with bathwater to beautify the skin, whiten the skin, and remove dead cells.
Facial mask with infant formula
- Milk powder facial mask for whitening skin
Preparation:
- 1 teaspoon of powdered milk
- 1 – 2 teaspoons of orange juice
- 1 teaspoon of oatmeal
Procedure: Mix powdered milk and oatmeal thoroughly in a bowl. Squeeze about 1-2 teaspoons of orange juice into the bowl, mix well to get a homogeneous mixture. Use this mixture to apply on the face for about 10-15 minutes, then rinse the face clean with cold water.
2. Milk powder mask for treating acne.
Preparation:
- 1 teaspoon of powdered milk
- 1/4 teaspoon of turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon of honey
Procedure: Mix powdered milk, turmeric powder, and honey thoroughly. If you have normal skin, you can use less turmeric powder. Then apply the mixture on the face for about 10-15 minutes and rinse the face clean with water.
Whitening bath with infant formula
Preparation:
- 0.5kg ripe papaya
- 1-2 teaspoons of pure wild honey
- 2-3 teaspoons of powdered milk
Procedure: After peeling and grinding the papaya, mix it well with 2 teaspoons of honey and 3 teaspoons of powdered milk to create a thick mixture. Use this mixture, apply it all over the body and gently massage for about 15 minutes. Then rinse off with clean water. Use moisturizer or rose water to keep the skin hydrated.
It can be seen that infant formula also has many benefits for the health and beauty of adults. Besides adults being able to drink infant formula, they can also apply beauty methods with powdered milk, incorporating new and effective beauty techniques.
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