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Dominique Turck1

  • 1Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition, Department of Pediatrics, Jeanne de Flandre Children's Hospital, Lille University Faculty of Medicine, INSERM U995, Lille, France.

World Review of Nutrition and Dietetics
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Summary

Cow's milk offers benefits for bone health, but early introduction can negatively impact iron status. Goat's milk presents no clear nutritional advantage over cow's milk and is not less allergenic.

Area of Science:

  • Nutrition Science
  • Pediatric Nutrition
  • Food Science

Background:

  • Cow's milk is a significant source of protein and calcium, vital for bone health.
  • Concerns exist regarding cow's milk's role in chronic diseases, while goat's milk is often promoted for health benefits.
  • Current evidence does not convincingly link cow's milk intake to increased risks of type 1 diabetes or other chronic degenerative diseases.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To critically evaluate the health benefits and risks associated with cow's milk and goat's milk consumption.
  • To assess the suitability of unmodified cow's and goat's milk for infant nutrition.
  • To review the evidence regarding milk consumption and its association with various health outcomes, including allergies and chronic diseases.

Main Methods:

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  • Literature review and synthesis of existing scientific evidence.
  • Analysis of nutritional profiles of cow's and goat's milk.
  • Examination of epidemiological studies and clinical trial data on milk consumption and health outcomes.

    • Main Results:

    • Cow's milk is a rich source of calcium and protein, beneficial for bone health, though early introduction may impair iron status.
    • Cow's milk protein allergy affects 2-7% of infants, with most recovering by age 3.
    • Unmodified goat's milk is unsuitable for infants due to its nutritional imbalance; it offers no clear advantage over cow's milk and is not less allergenic.
    • Evidence linking cow's milk to chronic diseases like obesity or type 2 diabetes is not convincing.
    • Milk consumption may protect against colorectal cancer, but high calcium intake is linked to prostate cancer risk.
    • No evidence supports cow's milk-free diets for autistic spectrum disorders.

    Conclusions:

    • Cow's milk provides essential nutrients but requires careful introduction in infant diets.
    • Goat's milk does not offer superior nutritional benefits over cow's milk and shares similar allergenic potential.
    • Further research is needed to clarify the long-term health impacts of different milk types.