Is raw milk healthy

Answer 1

Raw milk is milk that has not been Pasteurized. Milk is food, and eating any food in moderation can be healthy. Some people are concerned that Pasteurization destroys many beneficial nutrients in raw milk, but scientific studies have not supported this to the extent of suggesting any unhealthy aspect to eating Pasteurized milk. In many developed countries, the marketing of raw milk is controlled, restricted or forbidden. Nevertheless, some people prefer raw milk for health or aesthetic reasons. Pasturization kills bacteria that can cause fatal diseases in people. Salmonella, E. coli, Listeria, typhoid, tuberculosis and brucellosis can all be acquired by drinking unpasturized milk. Anyone choosing to consume raw milk should be aware of the disease risks and confirm as best they can that the raw milk they purchase has been properly handled, packaged, and stored to minimise the risk of contamination. Pregnant women and people who have a compromised immune system are at greater risk than others.