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1. Why does milk provoke skin problems?
In various studies, including at Harvard Medical School, scientists have found a link between dairy consumption and acne in adolescent boys and girls. The effect of dairy products on skin condition and acne has been proven.
For example, a study called The Harvard Nanny‘s Health Study, published in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, demonstrated that a link between dairy products and acne in adolescents is more common with the consumption of skim milk than other forms of milk. Why skim milk? Perhaps because it contains so much more estrogen. Researchers found fifteen sex steroid hormones in regular store-bought milk, with the highest levels in skim milk, not XNUMX% and whole cow’s milk.
In another study, Harvard researchers found a consistent link between milk consumption and acne in girls between the ages of 9 and 15. The study, which involved 6 girls, continued for several years. The likelihood remained that this problem only concerned girls.
Finally, they examined milk consumption and acne in adolescent boys – and again, scientists found that milk triggers acne.
The study concluded: “We hypothesize that milk acne may be associated with hormones and biologically active molecules in milk.” But contrary to popular belief, this does not appear to be related to injections of growth hormone or the addition of steroids to cattle food. Milk contains these substances naturally. After all, after all, cow’s milk is specifically designed to grow those who drink it – calves, not children and adults. So when pimples and blackheads from dairy products appear on your face or body, you shouldn’t be surprised.
2. How does goat’s milk affect the skin?
Some people with lactose intolerance can drink goat or sheep milk because it contains less lactose than cow’s milk. I try to buy goat milk only from private producers.
It is believed that goat’s milk may currently be an effective alternative for acne treatment. Therefore, the answer to the question “can there be acne from goat milk?” Is obviously negative. On the contrary, it can help you to improve your skin and well-being in general. This is primarily because goat milk has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties that inhibit the growth of microorganisms that stimulate the spread of acne. Drinking goat milk helps the body to absorb iron better, it is richer in calcium. and in its chemical composition it is closer to that of a human than that of a cow. In this regard, it is easier for our body to assimilate.
Also, unlike cow’s milk, goat’s milk does not form mucus and irritation in the digestive tract and does not cause allergies.
3. Should we completely give up dairy products?
I do not drink cow’s milk and regularly advise readers of my blog to give it up. There are several reasons why I am doing this.
The fact that milk and dairy products cause acne is just one of them. It contains lactose and casein (elements that are difficult to digest), increases acidity in the body, and may contain antibiotics and hormones. It’s a shame that the belief that milk strengthens bones is still one of the most common nutritional myths.
Alternatives to cow’s milk are nut milk (such as almond, coconut, or hazelnut milk), as well as rice and hemp milk. I prefer almond milk, which you can buy or make yourself at home. It can also be milk from cereals or seeds. They all have their own characteristics and are useful in their own way, and acne from dairy products will not threaten you. Cashew milk contains iron, and sunflower milk contains vitamin E. And almost all plant-based milk contains protein, although the amount there is lower than in cow’s milk.
Another alternative, especially for lovers of cheese, kefir and yoghurts, can be goat dairy products, the benefits of which we talked about above. And I am more than satisfied with the numerous herbal options. Go to a supermarket (in Russia, plant milk is usually located – for reasons I don’t understand – in the section for diabetics). Or search the internet. It will be a worthy replacement that you will feel and see in the mirror after a while. Now that you know the direct link between health, milk and acne, you have a good reason to rethink your diet and opt for alternative foods.