The benefits of milk
Plain milk: The secret to building a strong body for every age in the family
Plain milk is one of the most popular beverages and an essential part of maintaining good health for everyone in the family, from children to adults and the elderly. It contains important nutrients that contribute to good health and provide the body with necessary daily nutrients. This article will explore the nutrients in plain milk, its health benefits, and tips on choosing the right dairy product for your needs.
What nutrients do we get when we drink plain milk?
Plain cow's milk contains 18 out of 22 essential nutrients.¹ Therefore, when you choose to drink one glass of milk, your body receives many healthy nutrients, including:
- Calcium and phosphorus
- Proteins, including casein and whey proteins, also contain various sub-nutrients such as lipid polar compounds (MPL), alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), conjugated linoleic acid (CLA), palmitic acid, etc.¹
- Omega-3 fatty acids, omega-6 fatty acids, and omega-9 fatty acids.
- Vitamins A, B1, B2, B5, B12, D, and K.
- Minerals: Iron, Iodine, Folate
The benefits of drinking milk every day are more than you might think.
As mentioned earlier, milk is a food we've been familiar with since childhood. Even as we grow older, drinking milk daily remains important for building a strong and healthy body. Packed with calcium, protein, and various vitamins, regular milk consumption offers numerous benefits to the body, such as:
1. Helps strengthen bones and teeth.
Calcium and protein in milk play a crucial role in bone and tooth growth. The body obtains approximately 50-60% of its calcium and 20-30% of its protein from dairy products.² Research confirms that children who rarely drink milk are at higher risk of fractures than those who drink milk regularly. Similarly, adults and the elderly are at increased risk of bone diseases such as osteoporosis and hip dysplasia.
2. Helps stimulate the normal functioning of the nervous system and brain.
Vitamin B12 plays a vital role in brain and nervous system health, along with other vitamins and minerals. Observational research supports the positive effects of milk consumption on brain function. Those who regularly drink at least one glass of milk daily show improved cognitive performance in various areas compared to those who don't drink milk or drink it infrequently. Furthermore , it reduces the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease in later life. This clearly demonstrates that milk is beneficial for children, adults, and the elderly alike, regardless of age or gender.
3. Helps maintain muscle mass and improve physical performance.
Maintaining muscle mass is crucial for a strong and healthy body, ready for any activity in life. Milk is rich in high-quality protein, which helps build and maintain muscle mass, preventing loss. It also aids in recovery after exercise or strenuous work. Furthermore, the calcium and vitamin D in milk support efficient muscle function and protect bones, keeping them strong. Drinking milk daily is therefore a simple way to build a strong and healthy foundation for the long term!
With these benefits, milk is not just a food that helps build health, but also an important aid in maintaining a strong body at every age!
How to choose quality UHT milk products.
Choosing quality dairy products starts with considering production standards, such as GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice). Check that the packaging is intact , without swelling, leaks , or damage. Additionally, read the product label to determine the type of cow's milk used, which will help you choose the type best suited to your needs. Opt for milk with the furthest expiration date and that has undergone rigorous testing for antibiotic contamination. Furthermore, supporting brands that prioritize raising cows in good environments will contribute to higher quality dairy products.
Foremost Unsweetened UHT Milk is made from 100% real cow's milk, a premium quality cow's milk alternative.
Given the numerous benefits of regularly drinking cow's milk, if you're looking for 100% pure cow's milk , "Foremost" is the answer, ready to promote good health for all ages – children, teenagers, adults, and seniors alike. Made from 100% fresh cow's milk, it provides a high amount of natural calcium, up to 35% of the recommended daily intake *. It also contains other essential nutrients such as vitamins B12, B2, phosphorus, and iodine.
All of this comes from a production process that pays attention to every step, selecting high-quality farms that meet standards, to meet the needs of health-conscious individuals who prioritize their well-being.
Foremost milk is a quality milk, produced and raised to the highest standards in the Netherlands. It undergoes testing for antibiotic contamination and over 100 other tests. Foremost plain milk comes in three varieties:
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*Percentage of the recommended daily allowance of nutrients for Thai people aged 6 years and older (Thai RDI), based on daily energy requirements.reference
1. Xingxia Zhang, Xinrong Chen, et al. “Milk consumption and multiple health outcomes: umbrella review of systematic reviews and meta-analyses in humans.” (2021). https://nutritionandmetabolism.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12986-020-00527-y
2. René Rizzoli, “Dairy products and bone health” (2021). https://www.researchgate.net/publication/354426441_Dairy_products_and_bone_health
3. Francesco Visioli, Andrea Strata. “Milk, Dairy Products, and Their Functional Effects in Humans: A Narrative Review of Recent Evidence.” Advances in Nutrition Volume 5, Issue 2 (2014): 131-143. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S216183132201184X
4. Chonthida Nernbamrung. “A study of the properties of cow's milk and the relationship between milk consumption and physical health from certified online databases between 2000 and January 2019.” (2019): 16-27. https://libdoc.dpu.ac.th/thesis/Chontida.Nan.p
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