I’m lactose intolerant and can’t drink milk
Contrary to what most people think, many of those who are lactose intolerant can have some milk and milk products. Some of the ways to decrease discomfort are to consume small amounts of milk products at meals and to combine milk with other foods.
Can I use soy beverages as an alternative to milk?
According to Health Canada, fortified soy beverages, although not identical to cow’s milk, are a nutritionally adequate alternative. They are suitable beverages for those who cannot or do not drink milk. Unfortified soy beverages are not nutritionally similar to milk and cannot be used as an alternative to milk. Soy beverages, whether fortified or…
Does milk cause mucus? Did you know…
Studies have shown that drinking cow’s milk does not stimulate the production of respiratory mucus or obstruct bronchial airflow. In one study, 60 volunteers were exposed to a respiratory virus. They had to record their daily respiratory symptoms for 10 days. Nasal secretion weights and milk and dairy product intake…
Buttermilk - Did You Know…
Contrary to its name, buttermik is not high in fat! It is a cultured product (similar to the process used to make yogurt) containing as much fat as the milk it is made from. Most buttermilk is made from low fat milk. Buttermilk's flavour is similiar to sour cream. Add…
When Is a Calcium Supplement Necessary? Did You Know…
Foods are the best source of nutrients. Supplements cannot replace everything you get in food. Nutrients present in calcium-rich foods are important components of a balanced diet.Milk and milk products are rich in protein, calcium, riboflavin and vitamin B12 — nutrients essential to good health. It is difficult to obtain…
I’m watching my cholesterol levels. Did you know…
Consuming milk and milk products contributes to higher nutrient intakes without adverse impact on fat or dietary cholesterol (1). Making lifestyle changes (smoking cessation and weight loss), and reducing total dietary fat (especially saturated and trans fat) are more effective at lowering blood cholesterol than reducing cholesterol intake. Sources of…
Are milk products high in fat or calories? Did you know…
Milk and milk products contribute only 17.6% of calories and 24% of the fat consumed by children aged 4 to 18, and 12.3% of the calories and 17.9% of the fat consumed by adults age 19 or older (1). Children aged 2 to 8 need 2 Food Guide Servings of…
But isn’t raw milk easier to digest?
Some people believe that raw milk is a healthier choice and more digestible because it contains "live" enzymes and probiotics that can aid in digestion. This is not true. Enzymes that may be present in raw milk are broken down in the acidic environment of the stomach. These enzymes are…