It has been thought over the past couple of years that organic milk gives us richer omega 3 content, and this week it was confirmed by research results from Newcastle University.
This new research was published by Newcastle University this week and demonstrates that organic milk contains 40%less of the unhealthy saturated fats, & contains important healthy nutrients such as omega-3 fatty acids, which are known to help prevent heart attacks. Why should this difference exist between organic milk and the regular pinta? Well cows reared and cared for according to organic methods eat mainly grass & organic feeds, as a result it seems, their milk contains extra vitamins not present in regular milk. Over and above nutritious reasons it is hailed that organic husbandry is better for the environment and not but not least, the cows’ welfare. Organic cows live much longer than factory farmed ones. About 5% of UK cows (non organic ones that is) never see a meadow.
Organic milk and us
Research in Holland shows that children fed organic milk are 36% less likely to develop eczema. So if you or your children do drink milk, it may be best to reach for organic milk, available as for regular in skimmed, semi-skimmed and full fat varieties.
I’ve recently decided to change to organic milk, even though it’s a little more expensive. This post backs up my decision, thanks!
The results discussed above regarding organic milk are likely limited to the UK situation. US data conflicts with those findings.
I’ve put links to the primary J Dairy Science research sources in my blog posting. Read them and decide for yourself.
Hope that helps
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