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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 sale in Canada.

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Scientific Evidence > Healthy Weight

Healthy Weight: Results from Studies in Children and Adolescents

Dairy consumption may help children and adolescents achieve a healthy weight and body composition.

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Facts & Fallacies > Product Quality

Antibiotics

Are there antibiotics in milk? Dairy regulations in Canada are very clear. When a cow is receiving medication, the dairy farmer must follow strict protocols.

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Facts & Fallacies > Health Concerns

Kidney Stones and Calcium

Are high-calcium diets related to the formation of kidney stones? No. People who suffer from kidney stones don’t need to eliminate milk products from their diet.

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Facts & Fallacies > Health Concerns

Diarrhea and Lactose

When diarrhea occurs, should we restrict milk products? In most cases, no. However, it is possible that certain individuals who are lactose intolerant may suffer from diarrhea after lactose ingestion.

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Facts & Fallacies > Health Concerns

Constipation

Is there a link between cheese and constipation? No. Constipation is not caused by any individual food. It is most often a result of a lack of dietary fibre, inadequate hydration and inadequate physical activity.

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Scientific Evidence > Evidence on systemic inflammation and respiratory tract health

Milk Products and Mucus Secretion

Is it okay to drink milk when suffering from a cold? Does milk increase mucus secretions in the respiratory tract? These are questions sometimes asked. The overall research does not support the notion that milk consumption causes an increase in the production of mucus in the respiratory tract or other cold or influenza related symptoms.

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Nutrients in Milk Products > Fat

The Effects of CLA on Health

For the past two decades, conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) has attracted significant research interest due to its favourable potential effects on health. While studies are still in their early phase, published reviews on CLA have highlighted the benefits of this natural ruminant fat.

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