Should adults drink milk?

Article from Grup Ametller Origen from Penedès about this food

There are many myths surrounding milk, especially those that refer to its consumption in adulthood. If you are also confused about this topic, don't worry because below we will solve all your doubts!

First of all, you should know that the belief that when we grow up we should not drink milk is a misconception. Milk is one of the most complete foods: it is an excellent source of high-quality protein, vitamins and minerals and provides calcium, phosphorus, potassium, magnesium, zinc, vitamins A, B1, D, K2 and protein along with all essential aminos. Acids. Therefore, milk and dairy products are highly recommended for both children and adults, as they are an important source of calcium in the diet. Although there are other foods that can provide us with calcium, it is milk that brings the most calcium per serving, so a cup of milk (250 ml) provides about 300 mg of calcium, while a serving of broccoli (200 g) provides, About 60 mg of calcium, and almonds (35 grams) about 100 mg of calcium. Regarding its consumption, it is recommended for adults to consume between 1 to 3 servings of milk or dairy products per day. Of course, it is important that milk consumption is always without sugar, and in the case of yogurt it should be natural or sweetened with fruits, preferably cheeses with a little salt.

What is A2 milk and its benefits

Did you know that the milk we drink today is not the same milk that our ancestors drank? There are two types of cow's milk, which contains beta casein A1, and which contains beta casein A2. Originally, cow's milk contained the A2 beta-casein protein, but over time, crossbreeding between cattle began with the aim of increasing milk production, and this led to a predominance of milk with the A1 protein, which is associated with discomfort in the digestive system. According to several clinical studies, people who experience digestive discomfort when drinking milk or dairy products, but are not allergic to cow's milk protein or are lactose intolerant, feel better when drinking A2 milk. Find out more information about the project at www.llletlet.cat And enjoy the pleasure of drinking milk again!