Some studies posit that casein consumption has a direct correlation to cancer cell growth, and patients with any form of cancer are counseled not to drink milk, and to limit the consumption of milk products. This is contradicted in terms of using milk to help with certain stomach and colon cancers (Hakkak, 2001). Men who drink large amounts of milk and consume numerous dairy products are at a higher risk for Parkinson's disease, and high levels of calcium intake (6 or more glasses of milk per day), also increase the chance for prostate cancer (Chen, 2007; Giovannucci, et.al. 1998). Additionally, a number of links have been made to digestive disorders such Crohn;'s disease and Hirschprung's disease, which are serious conditions of the digestive system and the bowel ("How Bacteria in Cow's Milk…" 2007).
The idea that the human body requires milk in order to produce calcium and create a stronger skeletal system is false, according to most scientists. Finding he balance for calcium an importance step in human nutrition. Too much calcium and one is a risk of prostate of ovarian cancer. Too little and there are risks from osteoporosis and colon issues (The Nutrition Source, 2010). There are a number of great sources for calcium in one's diet besides milk that, because of the pasturing process are more concerned with the general health of the individual. These include bok choy, baked beans, collard greens, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, etc.)
It is, however, the lactose intolerance issue that poses the greatest health threat to adults. By consuming products that body is "allergic" or intolerant of, strain is placed upon the immune system. This might be illustrated by using the children's them of "The Boy Who Cried Wolf." By over stimulating certain histamines and other anticoagulants, drinking milk for a Lactose intolerant person may disallow the immune system to work at 100% efficiency. As infants grow, many who need less and less lactose, but are given more and more often develop gastroenteritis which, if untreated can turn into more serious afflictions (Guandalini, 2010).
Thus, for the modern American, despite the multi-billion dollar industry, a combination of possible diseases combined with the amount of toxins and pollution residue that remains in milk, makes it a less than desirable food (Rietz, 2002).
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