Embattled milk producers in the US launched a social media campaign this week to rebuild public confidence in the health benefits of their product.
But how health is it?
While the US government urges milk consumption, some studies have begun to suggest potential ill effects from drinking too much of the white stuff. It gives a body pause, so to speak.
Here then is a quick review of what science currently says about milk’s health benefits:
The old hurrah
A diet rich in milk has long been promoted as a way for children to build strong bones and muscles, and stave off the harms of osteoporosis in seniors. Proponents have especially noted its calcium/potassium and vitamin D content. The US Department of Agriculture recommende daily consumption of fat-free or low-fat milk or daily products,at 2 to 2 cuos for younger children and 3 cups a day for older children and adults
RAW MILK CONCERNS
Some consumers say the healthiest type of milk is raw milk, straight from the cow. But health officials say milk must be pasteurized to kill off disease-causing germs like salmonella. Studies indicate pasteurization can affect a few of the vitamin found in milk, like thiamine, vitamin B12 , and vitamin C – but milk is only a minor source of these vitamins. Overall, pasteurization does not significantly change the nutritional value of milk – and it may save lives, according to the US Centers for Disease Control and prevention
Embattled milk producers in the US launched a social media campaign this week to rebuild public confidence in the health benefits of their product.But how health is it?While the US government urges milk consumption, some studies have begun to suggest potential ill effects from drinking too much of the white stuff. It gives a body pause, so to speak.Here then is a quick review of what science currently says about milk’s health benefits:The old hurrahA diet rich in milk has long been promoted as a way for children to build strong bones and muscles, and stave off the harms of osteoporosis in seniors. Proponents have especially noted its calcium/potassium and vitamin D content. The US Department of Agriculture recommende daily consumption of fat-free or low-fat milk or daily products,at 2 to 2 cuos for younger children and 3 cups a day for older children and adultsRAW MILK CONCERNSSome consumers say the healthiest type of milk is raw milk, straight from the cow. But health officials say milk must be pasteurized to kill off disease-causing germs like salmonella. Studies indicate pasteurization can affect a few of the vitamin found in milk, like thiamine, vitamin B12 , and vitamin C – but milk is only a minor source of these vitamins. Overall, pasteurization does not significantly change the nutritional value of milk – and it may save lives, according to the US Centers for Disease Control and prevention
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