Milk

The article rejects the claim that milk is necessary for osteoporosis prevention or adequate calcium intake. Milk calcium is presented as less bioavailable than calcium from leafy greens and vegetables. Milk consumption in adulthood is biologically unusual for humans, but that fact alone does not determine whether milk is harmful or beneficial. Organic grass-fed cheese has a different hormonal profile than liquid milk and is preferred as a dairy alternative. Organic grass-fed cheese is the preferred dairy alternative because it has a different hormonal profile than liquid milk. Reproductive tissues contain estrogen receptors, making them particularly responsive to dietary estrogenic input. Conventional, non-grass-fed milk carries a higher hormonal burden partly due to commercial growth hormone use. Milk avoidance is strongly recommended for individuals with estrogen-sensitive conditions including prostate problems, breast cysts, and uterine or ovarian issues. Milk avoidance is strongly recommended for individuals with estrogen-sensitive conditions such as prostate problems, breast cysts, or a history of breast cancer. Milk is a meaningful source of estrogenic concern, unlike beef.…