Disadvantages of drinking milk

Jun 06, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

I usually drink milk often, but I'm worried that drinking too much might be bad. What are the disadvantages of drinking milk?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Ziqi

For some individuals with lactose intolerance, drinking milk may cause digestive symptoms such as bloating, abdominal pain, and diarrhea. Milk contains relatively high levels of fat, and excessive consumption may lead to weight gain, especially in people who have insufficient physical activity or slower metabolism. Some individuals are allergic to the proteins in milk, and after drinking it, they may experience allergic reactions such as skin itching, swelling, vomiting, or difficulty breathing. Casein in milk may form sticky substances in the body, potentially interfering with the absorption of other nutrients.

In addition, some milk products available on the market today may contain excessive added sugar and food additives. Long-term and excessive consumption of such milk products is detrimental to health and may increase the risk of diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and other conditions. Although milk has certain nutritional value, it should be consumed in moderation according to individual circumstances.