7 Reasons Dairy Has Become the New Gluten

7. Most commercial dairy is pasteurized. By law, just about all of our milk is pasteurized, which kills bacteria. While that destroys bad bacteria, pasteurization also destroys the good bacteria that we do want, as well as some other vital ingredients in the milk: Probiotics, vitamins and enzymes.

If you can handle dairy, opt for high-quality, full-fat sources like low-sugar impact Greek yogurt. Even then, eat it sparingly. Over-eating even quality cheese, yogurt, or raw unpasteurized milk (if your state allows it) can become very easy, exacerbating food intolerances and delivering a massive caloric intake.

If you're intolerant or otherwise avoid diary, numerous alternatives exist that provide the satisfaction of cow’s milk without its numerous problems. Unsweetened coconut milk and no-sugar-added ice cream are among the growing array of dairy-free foods that provide flavor without dairy or sugar impact.

As more dairy-free options appear on grocery shelves, are you trading in the cow for coconut, almond, or other milks? Share your favorite below or on my Facebook page.

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