ENGLISH TASK: ESSAY

SHOULD PEOPLE CONSUME MILK EVERYDAY?

by:
KOMANG DWI PRADNYANI LAKSMI
P07131013018







KEMENTERIAN KESEHATAN RI
POLITEKNIK KESEHATAN DENPASAR
JURUSAN GIZI
DENPASAR
2014
Should People Consume Milk Everyday?

Did you know that milk is considered "nature's wellness drink"?. The cold,
creamy white beverage is full of calcium, vitamin D, phosphorous and a balance of
other nutrients that have been proven to build your bones and teeth as well as
promote the healthy function of your muscles and blood vessels. And in the midst of
all the new vitamin waters, energy drinks, and other artificially contrived beverages,
milk is a natural, healthy choice. History is replete with unfounded health beliefs, and
to everyones detriment, the milk myth is among the most tenacious. For sure, some
aren't bad or can be beneficial but some may even be bad for health.
The milk myth has spread around the world based on the flawed belief that this
protein and calcium-rich drink is essential to support good overall health and bone
health in particular at any age. But many scientific studies have shown an assortment
of detrimental health effects directly linked to milk consumption. And the most
surprising link is that not only do we barely absorb the calcium in cows milk, but to
make matters worse, it actually increases calcium loss from the bones.
Heres how it happens. Like all animal protein, milk acidifies the body pH which
in turn triggers a biological correction. You see, calcium is an excellent acid
neutralizer and the biggest storage of calcium in the body is you guessed it in the
bones. So the very same calcium that our bones need to stay strong is utilized to
neutralize the acidifying effect of milk. Once calcium is pulled out of the bones, it
leaves the body via the urine, so that the surprising net result after this is an actual
calcium deficit.
Until then, however, parents should use their best judgment and should realize
that just how many servings a day is ideal isnt really known.