15. If I'm breastfeeding and eating dairy-free, what should I think about?
It is important that you're getting enough calcium and vitamin D; otherwise the risk is that you are putting a strain on your own supply - the skeleton - when you produce breast milk. Recommended daily intake of calcium during lactation is 900 milligrams. Recommended daily intake of vitamin D during lactation is 10 micrograms.
16. How does a cows’ milk protein free diet differ from a lactose free diet?
Anyone who is allergic to cows’ milk protein can’t eat any kind of dairy products made from cow's milk. This includes products such as cheese, butter and yogurt. One should read the ingredient list carefully. Those who are lactose intolerant can however, eat dairy products in which the lactose content is reduced, for example, lactose-free milk and cream. All kinds of cheese is also good because it does not contain lactose.
17. Will it be good to give lactose-free products to my child just to be safe?
No, the child should receive a diagnosis from a doctor first. Since lactose intolerance is so uncommon in children it is important to address the root of problems so that you do not miss anything - there is perhaps something else in behind this. An example: A 4-year-old girl has been having stomach pain and diarrhea for some time. She may be given a lactose-free diet and then getting better. But a few years later you see during a routine check that the girl has grown ill, and it turns out that she is gluten intolerance. Gluten intolerance can often lead to so-called secondary lactose intolerance; this is a temporary intolerance because the intestine is damaged. When the girl gets a gluten-free diet and the intestines feel well again, the enzymes that break down lactose come back and she can tolerate regular milk again.
18. What is the difference between cows' milk allergy and lactose intolerance?
The cows' milk allergy is an allergy to the protein in milk, while lactose intolerance means that the intestine cannot break down the milk sugar, lactose. Cows' milk allergy mainly affects young children and usually grows away, while lactose intolerance is extremely rare in children before school age.
19. How is it that we, as a single species, drink milk often well into adulthood and also from other species than our own?
The fact that we drink milk from another species than our own is for purely practical reasons. Historically, milk has been important; it is thanks to milk that people have been able to get enough nutrition, especially in a climate where, during most of the year it was not possible to cultivate.
20. What to other milk-free calcium sources are there?
If the child cannot tolerate milk, select option made from oats, rice and vegetables. The calcium content should be around 120 milligrams to meet the calcium content of milk. It is good if the product is also fortified with vitamin B12 and D.
To learn more about milk check out this information on http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Milk.
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Wednesday, April 13, 2011
Thursday, April 7, 2011
20 Questions and Answers About Milk (Part2)
8. My children have low-fat milk in kindergarten - should it be so?
Many people react to the recommendation of low-fat milk even to children. Low fat milk is perceived as not being as nutritious as whole milk, but it's actually the opposite Low fat milk contains admittedly a little less fat, but the vitamin D content is 19 times higher than in whole milk. The fatter standard milk is best used for cooking because it gives a bit fuller flavor.
9. Is organic milk healthier than "regular" milk?
No, calcium and vitamin D content is the same. The choice of organic products is made by other causes, such as respect for the environment.
10. Does pasteurization remove the nutrition?
No, the milk is still full of nutrition after pasteurization. The nutrients listed on the package of milk are listed after pasteurization. Pasteurization is done to kill bacteria that may be present in milk, such as Salmonella and EHEC.
11. Hampers milk the absorption of other nutrients in food?
It has long been believed that the calcium in milk prevents the body from absorbing iron, but recent research has revised that view.
12. Is it true that milk is mucus-forming?
No, milk is not mucus forming. There is a lingering myth that pops up here and there, even in reputable medical information. There is no reason to avoid milk when the flu is around.
13. What are the symptoms of milk allergy?
Cows' milk allergy, is an allergic reaction to cows' milk, it can be expressed in a variety of ways, such as eczema, flushing, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, stomach pain, poor weight gain, refusing to eat or even affected breathing.
14.Will a child who cannot tolerate milk grows poorly if they drink milk?
Yes, in some children with cows' milk allergy the lining of the intestines may get damaged if they drink milk. Then the lining of the intestine gets smoother and the intestine cannot absorb the nutrients in the food properly. This may in turn lead to the child growing poorly, but the intestines will get back to normal if the child avoids milk. Children who cannot drink milk or eat milk products often get less fat, energy and certain nutrients than other children, which may also lead to reduced growth. To be sure those children with milk allergy get enough energy and nutrition they should meet with a dietitian and get personalized advice.
Many people react to the recommendation of low-fat milk even to children. Low fat milk is perceived as not being as nutritious as whole milk, but it's actually the opposite Low fat milk contains admittedly a little less fat, but the vitamin D content is 19 times higher than in whole milk. The fatter standard milk is best used for cooking because it gives a bit fuller flavor.
9. Is organic milk healthier than "regular" milk?
No, calcium and vitamin D content is the same. The choice of organic products is made by other causes, such as respect for the environment.
10. Does pasteurization remove the nutrition?
No, the milk is still full of nutrition after pasteurization. The nutrients listed on the package of milk are listed after pasteurization. Pasteurization is done to kill bacteria that may be present in milk, such as Salmonella and EHEC.
11. Hampers milk the absorption of other nutrients in food?
It has long been believed that the calcium in milk prevents the body from absorbing iron, but recent research has revised that view.
12. Is it true that milk is mucus-forming?
No, milk is not mucus forming. There is a lingering myth that pops up here and there, even in reputable medical information. There is no reason to avoid milk when the flu is around.
13. What are the symptoms of milk allergy?
Cows' milk allergy, is an allergic reaction to cows' milk, it can be expressed in a variety of ways, such as eczema, flushing, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, stomach pain, poor weight gain, refusing to eat or even affected breathing.
14.Will a child who cannot tolerate milk grows poorly if they drink milk?
Yes, in some children with cows' milk allergy the lining of the intestines may get damaged if they drink milk. Then the lining of the intestine gets smoother and the intestine cannot absorb the nutrients in the food properly. This may in turn lead to the child growing poorly, but the intestines will get back to normal if the child avoids milk. Children who cannot drink milk or eat milk products often get less fat, energy and certain nutrients than other children, which may also lead to reduced growth. To be sure those children with milk allergy get enough energy and nutrition they should meet with a dietitian and get personalized advice.
Monday, April 4, 2011
20 Questions and Answers About Milk
Milk is something that the vast majority of children grow up with, but do you have to drink milk for good health? Here you’ll learn why milk is so highly rated by families with children - and what happens if you opt out of it.
1. Do children need to drink milk?
No, but it helps. Five deciliter milk gives a child all of all the recommended daily allowance of calcium and 25 percent of recommended daily intake of vitamin D, provided that you choose vitamin D fortified milk. It is difficult from the standpoint of calcium to replace dairy products with other foods. For example, the corresponding amount of calcium found in five deciliter of milk is nearly one kilogram of broccoli or cabbage per day. In a milk-free diet, you should choose fortified products before calcium supplements. The reason being that the child will get other important nutrients and it can lead to more enjoyment of food and that much better than eating supplements (see paragraph 20 for more milk-free calcium sources).
2. Why is milk good?
The answer is simple. Milk is easy to consume you just pour it into a glass and drink. While you get 18 of the 22 nutrients the body needs. Milk is very high in nutrients, which means it provides more nutrition per calorie – and basically more food per dollar spend.
3.Can children drink too much milk?
It's never good to eat or drink excessively of anything. If a child is drinking gallons of milk and replacing other foods with milk the nutrition levels in the body can be skewed. A small child who has not started eating properly and gets bottle after bottle of milk, then can of cause not eat other foods such as meat and fish and then iron intake can become too low.
4th Provides other kinds of milk products the same amount of nutrition?
Well, almost. Milk and yoghurt provides the same amount of calcium per deciliter: 120 milligrams. The content of D- and A-vitamin may differ depending on whether the product is vitamin D enriched or not. 1-2 slices of cheese contain as much calcium as 1 deciliter of milk or yogurt.
5. How much calcium does a child need?
Recommended daily intake for children between 1 and 5 years is 600 milligrams, for children between 6 and 9 years 700 milligrams and for children between 10 and 17 years 900 milligrams. Adequate calcium during childhood is a prerequisite for building dense, strong bones. But also vitamin D and physical activity are needed. One cannot too much calcium.
6.What can happen if a child does not gets enough calcium?
Lack of calcium can inhibit the growth and eventually provide osteoporosis.
7. When can you start giving a baby milk?
Milk may be introduced as any food when the baby is around six months, such as a dash to the porridge. Yogurt can be flavored with a dollop of fruit puree. However, one should wait until the child is around a year before giving milk as a beverage, so the child does not just drink milk without the practice of eating food as well.
1. Do children need to drink milk?
No, but it helps. Five deciliter milk gives a child all of all the recommended daily allowance of calcium and 25 percent of recommended daily intake of vitamin D, provided that you choose vitamin D fortified milk. It is difficult from the standpoint of calcium to replace dairy products with other foods. For example, the corresponding amount of calcium found in five deciliter of milk is nearly one kilogram of broccoli or cabbage per day. In a milk-free diet, you should choose fortified products before calcium supplements. The reason being that the child will get other important nutrients and it can lead to more enjoyment of food and that much better than eating supplements (see paragraph 20 for more milk-free calcium sources).
2. Why is milk good?
The answer is simple. Milk is easy to consume you just pour it into a glass and drink. While you get 18 of the 22 nutrients the body needs. Milk is very high in nutrients, which means it provides more nutrition per calorie – and basically more food per dollar spend.
3.Can children drink too much milk?
It's never good to eat or drink excessively of anything. If a child is drinking gallons of milk and replacing other foods with milk the nutrition levels in the body can be skewed. A small child who has not started eating properly and gets bottle after bottle of milk, then can of cause not eat other foods such as meat and fish and then iron intake can become too low.
4th Provides other kinds of milk products the same amount of nutrition?
Well, almost. Milk and yoghurt provides the same amount of calcium per deciliter: 120 milligrams. The content of D- and A-vitamin may differ depending on whether the product is vitamin D enriched or not. 1-2 slices of cheese contain as much calcium as 1 deciliter of milk or yogurt.
5. How much calcium does a child need?
Recommended daily intake for children between 1 and 5 years is 600 milligrams, for children between 6 and 9 years 700 milligrams and for children between 10 and 17 years 900 milligrams. Adequate calcium during childhood is a prerequisite for building dense, strong bones. But also vitamin D and physical activity are needed. One cannot too much calcium.
6.What can happen if a child does not gets enough calcium?
Lack of calcium can inhibit the growth and eventually provide osteoporosis.
7. When can you start giving a baby milk?
Milk may be introduced as any food when the baby is around six months, such as a dash to the porridge. Yogurt can be flavored with a dollop of fruit puree. However, one should wait until the child is around a year before giving milk as a beverage, so the child does not just drink milk without the practice of eating food as well.
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