Dairy Facts & Fallacies

• Milk and the Common Cold

  The only thing that spreads faster than the common cold is the common misconception that you should avoid milk if you have a cold. This is simply not true.

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• Milk Products and Diarrhea

  Some people diagnosed with an intolerance to lactose (the sugar naturally found in milk) may suffer from diarrhea after consuming milk products but, for the rest of us, there is no link between milk products and diarrhea.

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• Cheese and Constipation

  The myth that cheese causes constipation is still common even though no scientific evidence supports it. Constipation is not caused by any individual food – including cheese.

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• Kidney Stones and Calcium

  In the past, people who experienced kidney stones were advised to reduce their intake of calcium-rich foods such as milk and cheese. Find out why this isn’t necessary.

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• Acne and Milk Products

  Milk products are not associated with acne. According to dermatologists, a hormone imbalance and the excess production of sebum, which causes pimples, appear to be the culprits behind acne. Heredity and stress also seem to play a role.

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• UHT Milk: A Hot Topic

  Ever wondered why some milk products don’t require refrigeration? Get the facts about Ultra-High Temperature milk here.

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• All About Pasteurization

  Pasteurization has very little impact on the nutritional value of milk, and could even have benefits on health.

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• What About Organic Milk?

  For the moment, there is not enough research indicating that organic milk is healthier than conventional milk. Both types of milk are excellent choices.

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