Facts & Fallacies
Find answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about milk products and health, based on the latest and most relevant research available.
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Health Concerns
Scientific evidence supports the fact that there is no need to be concerned about the health consequences of consuming milk products.
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Mucus
Is it okay to drink milk when suffering from a cold? Does milk cause mucus, i.e. nasal secretions? No. There is absolutely no research to support the notion that milk consumption causes an increase in the production of mucus or other cold-related symptoms.
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Product Quality
To ensure the quality of Canadian milk products, all producers must conform with Canadian regulations and Health Canada’s decisions regarding antibiotics, hormones and more.
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Cows and Hormones
Are artificial growth hormones to increase cows' milk production allowed in Canada? No. Growth hormones, such as recombinant bovine somatotropin (rbST), have not been approved for use in Canada.
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Facts & Fallacies Keywords
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Lactose Intolerance and Health: Consensus from the National Institutes of Health
The National Institutes of Health recently released a consensus statement on lactose intolerance and health. This consensus statement was prepared by independent panels of health professionals and public representatives and is based on the results of a systematic evidence review.
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The Role of Milk in Physical Activity
The evidence to date indicates that both white milk and chocolate milk may play an important role in the context of sports nutrition.
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