It's a general belief - a misbelief - that you should drink milk, because it's good for your bones and teeth cos of the calcium and it's very healthy to drink a glass of milk every day.... Now I tell you something. It's bullshit! Why?
It is easy to understand that the confusion about milk’s imaginary
benefits stems from the fact that it contains calcium – around 300 mg
per cup. But many scientific studies have shown an assortment of detrimental
health effects directly linked to milk consumption. And the most
surprising link is that not only do we barely absorb the calcium in
cow’s milk (especially if pasteurized), but to make matters worse, it
actually increases calcium loss from the bones. Here’s how it happens. Like all animal protein, milk acidifies the body
pH which in turn triggers a biological correction. You see, calcium is
an excellent acid neutralizer and the biggest storage of calcium in the
body is in the bones. So the very same calcium that
our bones need to stay strong is utilized to neutralize the acidifying
effect of milk. Once calcium is pulled out of the bones, it leaves the
body via the urine, so that the surprising net result after this is an
actual calcium deficit.
Thanks to our creative ingenuity and perhaps related to our ancient
survival needs, we adopted the dubious habit of drinking another
species’ milk. Nobody can dispute that cow’s milk is an excellent food
source for calves. But unlike humans, once calves are weaned, they never drink milk again.
And the same applies to every mammalian species on this planet. Also, each mammalian species has its own “designer” milk, and cow’s milk
is no exception. For example, cow’s milk contains on average three
times the amount of protein than human milk which creates metabolic
disturbances in humans that have detrimental bone health consequences. It’s important to bear in mind that mother’s milk is excellent
nourishment for human babies, but its composition is very different from
cow’s milk.
Until the end of the 19th century in Europe and the beginning of the
20th century in the US, milk was consumed unpasteurized or raw. Later
on, homogenization became the industry’s standard. These processes
further alter milk’s chemistry and actually increase its detrimental
acidifying effects.
Nowadays, milking cows are given antibiotics and most are also injected
with a genetically engineered form of bovine growth hormone (rBGH). A
man-made or synthetic hormone used to artificially increase milk
production, rBGH also increases blood levels of the insulin-growth
factor 1 (IGF-1) in those who drink it. And higher levels of IGF-1 are
linked to several cancers.
Lactose intolerance isn't the only problem with milk
and milk products. The milk protein, casein, can irritate the immune system
and stimulate mucus production, worsening allergy symptoms. This is why
milk consumption is associated with recurrent childhood ear infections,
eczema, chronic bronchitis, asthma, and sinus conditions. Even those who
are not allergic to milk, like people who have autoimmune diseases or digestive
problems, may find that their symptoms improve when they eliminate milk and
milk products.
How are cows on dairy farms abused?
I was shocked to learn that cows on dairy farms are repeatedly impregnated using artificial insemination. Their babies are torn
away from them at birth, with male calves destined to become veal or beef and
female calves destined to suffer the same fate as their mothers. These cows are
then genetically manipulated to produce about 10 times as much milk as they
would naturally, spending their lives constantly bloated and in pain. And cows
on organic farms can suffer even more because when the animals' udders become
infected, many farmers will not administer medicine, as that would prevent them
from labeling the cows' milk as organic. On average, cows on dairy farms live for about four or five years, whereas
under less stressful conditions, they would live for approximately 25 years!
Stress and fear plague these cows on a daily basis, and it's no wonder that at
the end of their short lives, they are completely spent and often lame.
See some pictures where your milk comes from:
IT'S A MYTH THAT YOU NEED MILK! YOU DON'T NEED MILK!
Human beings are not designed to drink any milk except human milk (only during infancy, of course).
What to drink instead of cow's milk?
1. Nuts milk, like cashew milk, almond milk
2. Soy milk
3. Rice milk
4. Coconut milk
5. Oat milk
6. Hemp seed milk
Soy Milk is High in Protein: Soymilk
is highest in protein. It’s the only one that’s comparable to cow’s
milk, providing between 8 and 11 grams of protein per cup. Soy protein
also has beneficial effects on cholesterol levels and may also help keep your bones strong.
- See more at:
http://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/healthy-eating/which-non-dairy-milk-best?page=all#sthash.Er7Y9OzN.dpuf
Soy Milk is High in Protein: Soymilk
is highest in protein. It’s the only one that’s comparable to cow’s
milk, providing between 8 and 11 grams of protein per cup. Soy protein
also has beneficial effects on cholesterol levels and may also help keep your bones strong.
- See more at:
http://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/healthy-eating/which-non-dairy-milk-best?page=all#sthash.Er7Y9OzN.dpuf
Soy milk is
high in protein: Soymilk is
highest in protein. It’s the only one that’s comparable to cow’s milk,
providing between 8 and 11 grams of protein per cup. Soy protein also has
beneficial effects on cholesterol levels and may also help keep your bones
strong.
Hemp milk is a good source of Omega-3 fats: Hemp milk is a relative new-comer on the alterna-milk scene. Its big claim to fame is that it is an excellent source of omega-3 fats. A single serving of hemp milk provides an entire day’s recommended intake of omega-3 fats. That’s about four times as much as you’d get in soy milk and six times as much as you’d get from cow’s milk. It’s not terribly high in protein, however.
Almond milk is lower in calories: If you’re counting calories, almond milk tends to be quite a bit lower in calories and sugar than most of the other non-dairy milks. It also contains monounsaturated fats, which are the same heart-healthy fats found in olive oil. Almond milk is fairly low in protein.
Oat milk provides fiber: Oat milk offers fiber as well as a moderate amount of protein, about 4 grams per serving. However, it is on the higher end in terms of sugar and calories.
Rice milk is non-allergenic: Rice milk is one you’re least likely to be allergic to. However, it’s the lowest in protein and tends to be higher in sugar and calories.
Calcium rich foods:
Dark Leafy Greens (Watercress)
Chinese Cabbage (Pak Choi, Bok Choy)
Okra
Tofu
Broccoli
Green Snap Beans
Almonds
Garlic
Sun Dried Tomatoes
Spinach (Raw)
Collard Greens (Cooked)
Kale (Raw)
Sesame seeds
Celery
Orange
Blackberries
Dried apricots
Dates
Soy Milk is High in Protein: Soymilk
is highest in protein. It’s the only one that’s comparable to cow’s
milk, providing between 8 and 11 grams of protein per cup. Soy protein
also has beneficial effects on cholesterol levels and may also help keep your bones strong.
- See more at:
http://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/healthy-eating/which-non-dairy-milk-best?page=all#sthash.Er7Y9OzN.dpuf
Soy Milk is High in Protein: Soymilk
is highest in protein. It’s the only one that’s comparable to cow’s
milk, providing between 8 and 11 grams of protein per cup. Soy protein
also has beneficial effects on cholesterol levels and may also help keep your bones strong.
- See more at:
http://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/healthy-eating/which-non-dairy-milk-best?page=all#sthash.Er7Y9OzN.dpuf
