How to Drink Raw Milk

Information on raw milk and the health benefits of drinking raw milk. Raw milk consumption is the latest health trend. Here's what you should know about raw milk before drinking it.

Instructions

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  Buy raw milk at health food stores and grocery stores Nationwide. Raw milk is organic milk that comes straight from the cow's teat and sent directly to the grocery store for consumption. It does not contain harmful hormones and is not pasteurized like other milk products.

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  Choose raw milk that comes from a reputable dairy farm. Since raw milk is unpasteurized to lock in nutrients and minerals that are generally lost from pasteurization, it is easy for fragile raw milk to become soured and laden with germs and bacteria. Choosing a reputable dairy farm will insure you are getting the healthiest milk that was bottled using the safest health measures.

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  Do not drink raw milk if you are pregnant or nursing. Raw milk could possibly contain salmonella or Listeria if it is contaminated or not properly refrigerated. Pasteurized milk eliminates these risks so pregnant women should protect themselves by sticking with pasteurized milk. Pregnant women should not take chances with buying raw milk as their immune systems are weakened and more fragile than non-pregnant or lactating women.