Here are the facts:

Myth #1: All “Milks” are the Same

• No, they’re not! Really, just because they call themselves “milk” doesn’t mean that they have the same nutrients and ingredients.
• Did you know that each cup of almond milk contains 4 almonds?
• Beverages made from soy and almonds contain 10 or more added ingredients
• Both salt and sugar are added to soy and almond milk for taste
• Dairy milk has no added sugar or salt

Myth #2 Milk is loaded with…..  (more…)

You may have read about a recent study that found that children who are still drinking their milk from a bottle at age 2 have higher obesity rates.  I wonder what the association is with this finding, and if the bottle is more comforting than using a sippy cup?  No matter what the association is, there are few things to remember.

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Are you worried that you might have lactose intolerance, sensitivity or that you’re not getting enough calcium. If you’re like most Americans, you may not be getting enough calcium or Vitamin D in your diet for a variety of reasons, one of which might be that dairy causes stomach upset.  If you’re like 25-30% of the population, you may have some sensitivities to lactose and have been avoiding it.

Symptoms of Lactose Intolerance

If you find that drinking a glass of milk causes bloating, diarrhea or gas, you may have a lactose intolerance or sensitivity and not be able to tolerate a full glass of milk. However, while milk has a lot of lactose, cheese and yogurt have less while still providing the protein and calcium your bones need to be healthy. (more…)