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The benefits of drinking raw milk are unclear—but the dangers are realAccording to some of its online proponents, unpasteurized or “raw” milk can “heal the gut,” boost the immune system, prevent allergies, give you healthier skin, and even contribute to bodybuilding. Perhaps more common is the idea that pasteurization—the heating process used to kill harmful bacteria in milk—reduces the amount of vitamins and “good” bacteria in the drink, so raw milk is supposedly better for you. Recent media reports suggest this perception is creating a growing demand for raw milk that some farmers are happily responding to.
Updated July 21, 20224 min read