In the past, people thought not having milk was un-American. We have been told for decades that we need to drink our milk. When we think about the 50’s when milk had to delivered daily by a milkman, we are forced to think if it is that important back then it must still be that important. We want to keep with the traditional thoughts like our grandparents and great grandparents by going through life like they did and believing in order to survive we must drink that glass of milk everyday. When researchers and scientists started looking into the reaction milk has on the human body they found that the enzyme for breaking down lactose was found in babies but in teenagers and adults, the enzyme has dramatically decreased or disappeared altogether. …show more content…
Advertisements today have everyone believe that calcium and milk has a good effect when actually it has no positive effect to prevent bones fracturing. Milk is high in calcium which is thought to help bone strength but in reality calcium alone is not enough to keep bones strong and healthy. In addition to calcium, bones need a wide range of other nutrients to actually do something to keep bones from wearing away. In one cup of milk is 305 milligrams of calcium and only about 25 percent of it is absorbed into a person's system. It is true milk has a great amount of calcium but hardly any of it is absorbed nor is it even helping in any way. Many studies were conducted to prove how cow’s milk is not helping with bone health but also on how is increases risk of cancers. Breast, prostate, and ovarian cancers are all common cancers linked to drinking a large amount of cow’s milk. In a Harvard study of male health professionals, it was found that men who drank two or more glasses a day developed advanced prostate cancer as opposed to those who did not. In a similar Harvard study involving 500,000 women moderately higher risk of ovarian cancer was reported when they drank three cups of milk a day. Additionally, when the milk composition was changed it raised the chance of hormone-related cancers (Calcium: what’s best for your bones and health, n.d.). These studies prove that a high intake of milk can cause deadly cancers. In regards to specifically to calcium intake, studies showed that a high calcium diet can increase the risk of developing prostate cancer. When lactose in milk is digested it produces large amount of galactose. These levels damage ovaries and can lead to ovarian cancer. It has been hypothesized that modern milk’s hormone composition was changed, which can also lead to cancer. Despite the belief that milk is good for
For example, according to PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) short term diseases can cause high levels of cholesterol, and saturated fat leads to obesity, most people say this isn’t true but studies show it is. Why have your kids get sick when there are other things waiting, this is important for parents to know and avoid this drink. In addition, PETA says “In long term conditions it causes cholesterol and saturated fat leads to heart disease and cancer.” This shows that chocolate milk can cause illnesses or diseases to kids or adults. To conclude, Dr.Frank A. Oski Director at the Department of Pediatrics at Johns Hopkins University says that chocolate milk can cause cramps, diarrhea, and allergies, all things that can be short or long term effects. This supports my claim because, it shows that children or adults could get this from this harmful drink in disguise. As one can see, we need to stop serving chocolate milk because of the illnesses and diseases it
Lactose intolerance (LI) is the inability of some humans to digest the lactose sugar contained in most dairy products and foods made with dairy products. LI has numerous readily apparent physical symptoms such as gas, cramps and diarrhea (Houts 110). More importantly, LI may lead to malnutrition in those people affected because of the loss of milk's important nutrients. Not everyone is affected by LI. In fact, genetic background rather than any other health or cultural factor seems to best predict LI. The inability of humans to digest lactose has enormous health consequences, particularly among the poor populations of the U.S. and the developing third-world countries.
Hormone steroids used in food can have many effects on the people who eat them. Steroids in animals make the meat taste better and become lean. Even though the steroids they put in animals are edible, it does not mean they do not have an effect on those who partake of the food. The steroids in animals have a large amount of sex hormones. These steroids sometimes can contribute to cancer. They also may make girls develop early and cause them to hit puberty faster. It has been found that girls who eat foods with steroids have a higher chance of having breast cancer. People who eat dairy products that have steroids in them are increasing the risk of breast cancer. Those who eat meat products may have effects on children w...
By definition, "osteoporosis, or porous bone, is a disease characterized by low bone mass and structural deterioration of bone tissue, leading to bone fragility and an increased risk of fractures of the hip, spine, and wrist" (National Institute of Health- Osteoporosis and Related Bone Diseases, 2012). Both Berarducci (2008) and Hansberger’s (2005) article note that osteoporosis is the most common disease of all bone disorders, affecting both men and women. The incidence of the disease is growing in the United States with almost 44 million affected Americans and an estimate incidence rate of 10 to 14 million by 2020. Deemed a "silent" epidemic, there is a low level of diagnosis, and even lower level of treatment. Walker (2010) supports Hansberger (2005) that the disease causes pain, depression, anxiety, loss of mobility, and ultimately fractures. It is crucial that Advanced Practice Nurses/Nurse Practitioners have a solid understanding of the disease and are able to identify risk factors, order the proper diagnostic testing, and treat their patients.
...a casein-free diet was 19.9ng⁄mL, for participants not on a casein-free diet it was 19.6ng⁄mL, and for controls it was 17ng⁄mL. There were no differences in the measurements of 25 (OH) D in all groups. About sixty-one percent, fifty-four children, had concentrations of less than 20ng⁄mL. This is the minimum concentration recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics to ensure good bone health. These children could be at risk for problems associated with vitamin D deficiency. This includes concerns with bone health and calcium and phosphorus metabolism. Children with autism spectrum disorder are limited to what activities they can do and usually are not exposed to much sunlight causing them to be at a greater risk. Understanding the needs and taking preventive measures for children with autism will help reduce the risk of health problems as they enter adulthood.
Osteoporosis has become a significant public heath issue in the Western world due to increased morbidity and mortality. Optimization of calcium is important in delaying and possibly preventing osteoporosis. Calcium is known to be the most critical nutritional factor in achieving optimal peak bone mass. Dietary dairy intake is an essential source of calcium necessary for sufficient bone density. While studies illustrate the value of dairy intake as a source of calcium and thus bone health, contention on this topic has followed. Discordant viewpoints argue no effect of dairy consumption on bone strength and negative impacts of excess protein leading to metabolic acidosis which impacts bone mass. This review will focus on the benefits of dairy intake for managing adequate calcium levels necessary for bone growth and strength as a preventive measure in combating osteoporosis.
Lactose intolerance is an inherited condition as indicated by a recently distributed survey, as well as complied research that has been collected. The survey results had only a small fraction of people who were lactose intolerant, 10%. However, almost 50% of survey takers family members had intolerance toward lactose. This proves several people are not born with the lactose intolerance activated but eventually with age the trait will activate since it has been inherited. Also majority of the survey takers are North American or European and in high school. Ethnicity, culture and age all have a large impact on whether or not the lactase enzyme is being produce, specifically in mammals.
The idea of pasteurizing milk bagan in the 1920s, and later became an aspect of everyday life in the 1950s. Milk that has undergone this process is normally prefered since it is sterilized, therefore lowering the chance of human illness. However, it’s not the 1950s anymore, and the idea of pasteurizing milk has lost its luster for the people that now prefer raw milk. Unlike the milk that most Americans consume, raw milk has not been pasteurized, or quickly heated to a high temperature to kill harmful bacteria. In raw milk, these bacterias haven’t been removed, leaving people at risk. E. Coli, salmonella, and listeria are only some of the bacteria that raw milk carries, all of which can cause sickness, or even death. Common affects of consuming raw milk are diarrhea, stomach cramping, and vomiting, but it's the rare ones: kidney failure,paralysis, and death that causes raw milk to be illegal in half of the states and illegal to carry over state lines in its final form. Nevertheless, people still actively seek out and consume raw milk because they believe its nutritional values to be greater. Controversies surround this topic on whether organic food
Breastfeeding is the most protective, nutritional, and natural way to provide nourishment to infants. Human milk contains several nutrients including: vitamins, proteins, lipids, carbohydrates and minerals. These nutrients are imperative for an infant’s developmental growth. Human milk also reduces the risk of developing morbidities, especially within premature infants. Premature infants, who are more prone to infection due their immune systems, benefit from human milk. Compared to artificial formulas, human milk provides antibodies and other beneficial nutrients to help with the development of the infant.
Is there any food on earth that can provide the PERFECT nutrition to a human? Yes, and it is breast milk. Breast milk is the perfect nutrition. This superior food contains hormones, live antibacterial and antiviral cells and essential fatty acids (What Makes Human Milk Special?, Mar-Apr 2006). All of which are helpful in protecting against any harm. Sicknesses in infants are lowered by the help that breast milk gives. Breastfed children are sick less often than children who aren’t breastfed (What Makes Human Milk Special?, Mar-Apr 2006). Breast milk contains all the nutrients that an infant needs as it continues to grow. When the child is brought into the world it has no way to fight off any d...
Those who are able to do so are proud to tell you how they are glad to not have to use formula. Yet, if you asked her if she would drink it herself, she would probably “no way!” Yet, this article expresses a lesser known and curious prospective.; it opens the door for the question, of: “Is human breast milk as an acceptable food for adults?” It (what?) features a well known New York ...
Calcium is essential to normal functioning in a healthy individual; this only leaves the question of where to get it. There are many sources available to meet daily requirements, two of which are dairy products and supplemental vitamins. Both of these options have qualities that make them appealing, so choosing might be difficult or even come to a middle ground. Some of the considerations to be made are: what calcium is, the types of calcium in each source, how much should be ingested daily, the body’s ability to absorb and tolerate calcium from the chosen source, and the interactions that might occur with other medicines and required daily nutrients. In both cases a decent nutritional diet still needs to be incorporated. It may seem like a simple choice between a couple of pills a day or 3-4 glasses of milk, but there is quite a bit more
Breast milk is made for the baby having just the right amount of protein, sugar, water, and fat that is needed for a baby’s growth and development. As breast milk is easier for newborn’s to digest than formal, it prevents intestinal upsets. Furthermore, breast milk includes substances such as immunoglobulin’s...
Nutrition plays a significant role in the development of osteoporosis. Osteoporosis is a medical condition in which the bones become brittle and fragile from the loss of bone mass which can be the result of hormonal changes or a deficiency of calcium or vitamin D. Calcium is important for healthy bones and because our body does not produce calcium. We must get it from foods that we eat. The needed amount of calcium for adults over 50 years old is 1,200 mg while an age 19-50 is 1,000 mg and for children 9-18 is 1,300 mg. Popular sources of calcium are milk, yogurt and cheese. Other sources of calcium can be found in leafy green vegetables such as lettuces, spinach, collards, kale, Swiss chard, rhubarb, turnip greens, mustard, and
Pakistan is rich in goat genetic resources. It is the third largest goat producing country in the world after China and India. At present, there are 53.8 million goats in Pakistan and their population is increasing at the rate of more than 3% per annum (GOP, 2006). Punjab, Sindh, Balochistan and NWFP have 37, 23, 22 and 18% goat population, respectively. There are more than 25 recognized breeds of goat (Hasnti0otain, 1985). Domestic animals creation is an important element of the rustic country of Pakistan. It is an important component of the cultivation sector as it accounts for 49.6% of the agricultural assessment added and about 10.4% of the country’s gross domestic product (GDP). Livestock products also considerably have good contribution