Carnation manufactures Instant Nonfat Dry Milk as an alternative to bottled liquid milk. It has the convenience of a 3- to 5-year shelf life if it is stored in cool conditions. This milk powder may be used as conventional milk for cooking and baking recipes. The Carnation Instant Nonfat Dry milk label lists the nutrient profile, as well as the recommended daily allowance (RDA) for each nutrient, according to the USDA.
Calories
One cup of Carnation nonfat dry milk, made with 8 oz. of water and 1/4 cup of dry powder, will provide you with 80 calories. In comparison, one 8-oz. glass of whole milk will provide you with 215 calories.
Carbohydrates
One cup of Carnation instant nonfat milk powder contains a total of 12 g of carbohydrates, all from sugars.This can account for 4 percent of your RDA for carbohydrates.There is no significant source of dietary fiber in one serving.
Vitamins and Minerals
Carnation instant nonfat dry milk is fortified with vitamins and minerals. One serving provides 10 percent RDA of vitamin A, 2 percent RDA of vitamin C, 25 percent RDA of vitamin D, 15 percent RDA of vitamin B12, 25 percent RDA of riboflavin. 6 percent RDA of thiamin and 4 percent RDA of vitamin B6. The mineral content of one serving of dry milk includes 30 percent RDA of calcium and 6 percent RDA of magnesium.
Protein
One cup of instant nonfat dry milk contains 8 g of protein, which would provide you with 16 percent of your RDA. The RDA of protein per person ranges from 50 to 63 g daily
Fat and Cholesterol
One serving of dry nonfat powdered milk contains no fat. However, one serving will provide 5 mg of cholesterol, which will account for 2 percent of your RDA.
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