Milk allergy, lactose intolerance, raw milk…what’s the scoop? Will I always have lactose intolerance? You may always have it, but the degree of lactose intolerance can change. If you have lactose intolerance while you are sick with stomach flu or diarrhea, it should go away when you get better. Many people can adapt to lactose […]
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Milk is pasteurized through the simple process of gently heating milk for a short period of time. Pasteurization is important for food safety (1) and is one of the most beneficial measures to protect the health of consumers. Milk is pasteurized through the simple process of gently heating milk to 72° C for 16 seconds […]
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Top baked potatoes or breakast cereal Mix into pancake, waffle or muffin batters Stir into fruit salads Use as a dip for raw vegetables Mix in sandwich fillings of tuna, chicken or egg Drop a dollop for richer stews or soups Thicken up a fruit drink Smooth a spoonful over hot desserts Blend with whipped […]
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Because raw milk creates a high risk for developing or spreading illness, its sale in Canada is strictly prohibited and Food and Drug Regulations require that all milk available for sale in Canada be pasteurized. In addition, BC law specifies that dairy products cannot be sold or supplied unless the milk has been pasteurized. Check […]
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There is no evidence that raw milk has any health or nutritional benefits (1). In fact, the opposite is true. Pasteurized milk is a much healthier choice because you can enjoy all the nutritional benefits of milk without the risk of getting seriously or fatally ill. Pasteurization does not affect the nutritional value of milk […]
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Like most uncooked, unpasteurized, and unwashed foods, raw milk can be a medium for disease-causing organisms (known as pathogens) such as E. coli, salmonella, tuberculosis, and listeria. Listeriosis can cause miscarriage in pregnant women. Many people across Canada, including people in British Columbia, got seriously ill as a result of drinking raw milk. While many […]
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10. Carbohydrate: Milk is a source of carbohydrate and a great drink for athletes. 9. Vitamin B6: Milk is a source of vitamin B6, which helps build protein and blood cells. 8. Zinc: Milk is a source of zinc, which helps build protein and is involved in the immune response. Milk is the #3 source […]
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Make your own—save some dough! Make your own – save some dough: Take lunch, snacks and beverages to school or work—you’ll save lots of $$$ Make your own salads, sauces and desserts—you know what goes into them and it is cheaper than buying them pre-made Make batches of granola, soups, casseroles, stews, chilis, lasagnas … […]
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Never have time for breakfast? Try some of these easy ideas! To get started—try some drinks and smoothies from this website, or create your own—use equal parts of fruit (fresh, frozen, canned, or juice) and a milk product of your choice (yogurt, milk, buttermilk) Try your favourite yogurt and fruit without blending it Leftover dinners […]
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