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Article: Are dairy products necessary components of a healthy diet? (Column)
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- Food Processing
- Article date:
- December 1, 1992
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People may choose to avoid dairy products for a variety of reasons. Milk is a common cause of food allergy in children. In older children and adults, lactose intolerance is widespread. Milk protein has also been associated with colic in breastfed infants whose mothers drink milk.
A recent study the New England Journal of Medicine linked milk consumption to increased risk of diabetes in susceptible children. A report from the Government Accounting Office indicated that antibiotics and other contaminants are often found in the milk supply. Finally, with the exception of skim milk products, dairy products are excessive in fat.
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