Whats the Healthiest Milk?
Flickr photo by MuffetRegistered dietitian Bethany Thayer is in our Nutrition Kitchen, answering all your healthy food questions … Q: There are so many different kinds of milk: 1 percent, organic, skim, hormone-free … How do I know I’m getting the healthiest one? I love milk! Of all the food groups, milk is the one I get the most questions about. And it’s an important one. This beverage is filled with healthy nutrients such as protein, calcium, vitamin D, vitamin A, and potassium — all things a woman’s body needs to fight osteoporosis and stay strong. Here’s a rundown on the most commonly asked about types of milk: Organic While there’s no evidence of a nutritional benefit of organic over conventional milk, organic does provide a choice for those who want to ensure that farmers use only organic fertilizers and pesticides, and don’t give their cows antibiotics or supplemental hormones. That said, conventional dairy producers are using the best management practices to ensure that da
