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That really depends in your personal opinion. There are people who claim that milk is not good for you because they believe that milk is a contributor for many diseases including osteoporosis, Diabetes, Heart disease, obesity etc. These claims mainly come from the fact that milk has a high amount of saturated fat in it and also comes from cows that have been fed high amounts of antibiotics and rGBH, which is a type of growth hormone that encourages dairy cows to produce more milk than what they are naturally capable of.

And then there's other people on the other side of the coin that say yes it is good for you, because milk is high in calcium, protein, zinc, vitamin B12, and other essential nutrients. They claim that it makes your bones and teeth strong and healthy, and it is also a part of the healthy food groups of a well-balanced diet.

The nay-sayers, who are quick to point out the number of diseases caused by milk don't see that there are a lot of other things that cause diseases that are supposedly caused by milk products. Eating too much fat naturally makes people fat and makes them more prone to disease. This is the case if too many dairy products, like cheese and ice cream are eaten every day, much more than the recommended daily serving amount. It's also the case of milk with high butter fat, like homo milk instead of 1% or skim milk (most prefer 1% or 2% over skim milk anyway): drink too much and you will indeed gain weight and be more susceptible to all the diseases that anti-milk drinkers like to list for you.

The other concern is the treatment of the cows themselves. Conventional milk produced in America is, indeed, high in antibiotics and growth hormones which also can cause illness and disease, and is certainly not something that anyone should be drinking. (This is different in Canada and most of Europe, as using growth hormones and sub-acute doses of antibiotics to dairy cows is banned in these countries). Dairy cows in America are literally genetically modified organisms (GMO's) that are designed to be milk machines, not actual living, breathing cows. When they cannot produce milk anymore they get pretty weak on their feet, most likely from osteoporosis themselves (just like with conventional layer hens who do nothing but produce eggs all their lives), and have to be forced, carried and harried onto the slaughter trucks even when they can't get on their feet anymore.

And then there's the ethical question of why humans "exploit" cows for their milk when the milk should be given to the calves instead. That in itself is an issue that should be addressed to another question, and not this one. However, it should be mentioned, as the question about using human breast milk as a source of dairy product is brought up among those anti-cow-milk users, and something that is considered unappealing to most people. But that's another question to be answered.

So is milk good for you? The question that really needs to be asked instead is do we humans need to be drinking milk? Milk is a healthy food to consume if consumed in moderation (not too much of it), and is certainly a lot healthier than junk food like fries or potato chips, or even a MacDonald's hamburger. But if we look at animals in the natural world, they are not exploiting other species for their milk. Adult animal species are weaned from drinking milk and instead rely on other food sources to get their calcium, protein, zinc, B-vitamins and other nutrients from. So why don't humans do the same? The answer to this question may be that it's only a matter that we choose not to go that route. If people don't want to drink milk, that's their choice. And if others want to continue drinking milk, that's their choice as well. The most important thing is that we need to achieve balance, instead of arguing about different view points that are obtained from either extremes, from the choice of "all or nothing." There's nothing wrong with being in the middle of the road!
Processed milk began containing differing amounts of fat during the 1950s. 1 cup (250 ml) of 2%-fat milk contains 285 mg of calcium, which represents 22% to 29% of the daily recommended intake (DRI) of calcium for an adult. Depending on the age, milk contains 8 grams of protein, and a number of other nutrients (either naturally or through fortification) including:

  • Biotin
  • pantothenic acid
  • Iodine
  • Potassium
  • Potassium
  • Selenium
  • Thiamine
  • Vitamin A
  • Vitamin B12
  • Riboflavin
  • Vitamin D
  • Vitamin K

The amount of calcium from milk that is absorbed by the human body is disputed. Calcium from dairy products has a greater bioavailability than calcium from certain vegetables, such as spinach, that contain high levels of calcium-chelating agents,] but a similar or lesser bioavailability than calcium from low-oxalate vegetables such as kale, broccoli, or other vegetables in the Brassica genus.

Hope this helps,

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Yes, there are numerous illnesses and conditions associated with dairy consumption.

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Your bones can become too weak, you can have a bone cancer, whatever, it's not good because milk helps bones grow, but if over consumed can cause trouble. Try to stay away!

Cow's milk can deplete calcium stores in the bones which can cause osteoporosis.

Many people are allergic to milk. Milk can generate excess mucus; I avoid it during allergy season. Many commercial milks contain residues of antibiotics and hormones that are given to cows.

Milk is often produced under conditions that are cruel to cows, so it may be bad for your karma.

Some nutritionists link dairy products to osteoarthritis.

In addition, due to the high protein content of milk, it has been known to actually deplete calcium from the body. This would explain why a person who drinks a lot of milk can easily break bones.

Also, milk has been linked to acne.

Milk has some nutritional benefits, particularly protein--in moderation it can be good for you. It is not necessary in your diet, however.

Many people have "subtle Allergies" to milk manifest as immune system dysfunctions. Much commercial milk comes from cows given rBST, which is very controversial as it does not enhance the cows' health; so there are concerns about its effects on humans as well.

Anything is bad for you in large quantities.

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Why is everyone always talking about how milk is sooo bad to you? Yes, it does have harmful affects to your body... but it also does good to it! You're supposed to have 400 IU of Vitemin D everyday. That is equivalent to 4 cups of milk. It is also equivalent to one fish. Therefore, it is good for you to have up to four cups of milk. It also makes your bones stronger. I have a friend who was doing a cartwheel and when she landed she banged her arm on a table. She went to the hospital for x-rays and it was broken. I love practicing my gymnastics at my house and sometimes I go into things. Like, one time I was doing a front roll on my bed and I fell off. I had this metal part on the side and I banged my head on it and my arm got stuck between it and my bed. My bed is also close to the wall. But, I didn't have a scratch after. Yes, it hurt, but it didn't brake my arm. I drink a lot of milk and to me it makes your bones stronger. My friend doesn't drink a lot of milk and to me as a minor injury it became a biggie!

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It is for many people- but not all. While milk is a great source of protein and calcium, some people cannot digest lactose, the natural sugar in milk, and have major problems with upset stomachs. Other people have high levels of cholesterol, and must avoid milk fat in their diet.

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Yes, the concern about bovine hormones in milk have been largely discounted today. However, a better amino acid "spectrum" is found in soymilk, which is considered a "complete" protein, unlike cow's milk.

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According to the website WhyMilk?, created by the Milk Processor Education Program, with the assistance of the Dairy Research Institute:"9 out of 10 Americans fall short of key nutrients in their diets. Milk provides nine essential nutrients your whole family needs, including calcium, vitamin D and potassium - three of the "nutrients of concern" identified in the 2010 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee's report. The unique combination of nutrients in milk is especially important for growing children."

For more;http://thezenstones.blogspot.com/2011/11/what-bleep-is-up-with-milk.html

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Milk is actually bad for you. It has been studied by scientists and there is chemicals in it that if you drink too much you van have an early puberty.

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Milk contains calcium, which is good for your bones and teeth!

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Soy. Normal milk (any kind) is surprisingly bad for you.

soy isnt good either milk yes is bad u are correct on that try almond milk

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It has a lot of calcium.

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