Coconut milk has become very popular as a healthier and tastier alternative to cow’s milk. Coconut milk is high calories, nutrients and is made by grating flesh from a brown coconut. The MCTs in coconut milk are able to reduce the appetite of a person, increase metabolism and also help to shed some belly fat. It is also helpful in reducing inflammation, fight against viruses and bacteria that cause infections.

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According to People for Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA), beer is healthier than milk. The organization has researched for quite a while now and has started testing it. It claims than beer strengthens the bones and aids in longevity whereas milk is known to cause diabetes, obesity, and cancer. A billboard sponsored by PETA has been put up in the US, encouraging youth to have more beer than milk. However, it has not been proved universal yet.

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No Kidding! Donkey milk is coming into trend lately because of the following reasons. It is believed to be the kind of animal milk which is closely similar to human breast milk. The National Library of Medicine conducted a few studies which state that donkey milk is able to prevent hardening of arteries and is a good source of omega-3 fatty acids. Further research shows that it is also beneficial in preventing asthma and psoriasis.

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Lactose intolerance causes digestive problems after consuming dairy products. This problem is faced by 75% of world population. Most lactose intolerant people shun dairy from their diet which leads to the deficiency of certain nutrients especially calcium in the body. So in order to suffice the needs of essential nutrients, you need to consume alternate products like almonds, soy milk, tofu, kale, broccoli etc. Watch for the secretly hidden lactose in some products. For controlling this intolerance you can consume certain supplements or probiotics.

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Turmeric, also known as Haldi is a powerful and healthy spicy ingredient in Indian cooking and it's medicinal properties go back to Ayurveda. Adding turmeric milk to your regular diet has various health and lifestyle benefits. It improves memory and the quality of sleep. It helps in faster healing especially after illness, physical trauma or surgery. It has anti-allergic, antiseptic, anti-microbial, anti-inflammatory properties and also acts as an anti-ageing tonic. However, only a pinch of turmeric should be added in the milk for regular consumption.

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According to a new study, organic meat and milk may be more beneficial to your health than conventionally offered products. The provision of Omega-3 fatty acids is 50% more these organic products which are essential for human nutrition. Organic meat also contains 40% more of linoleic acid. It carries higher concentrations of iron, Vitamin E and few carotenoids. These differences are due to the way livestock is produced, where they are fed grass and reared outside which leads to the production of milk and meat of higher quality which can prevent numerous chronic diseases.

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The Health Department collected milk products and sweet items from separate areas of the district. More than 29% of these samples failed the purity test. 494 samples were collected out of which around 141 were unsafe for human consumption under the Food and Safety Standards Act 2006, as they were manufactured with sub-standard raw materials. The Health Department has launched civil and criminal proceedings against the defaulters.

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