March is nutrition month and a perfect time to bust some food and nutrition myths. With access to an array of nutrition information, it's no wonder people are confused about what (and what not) to believe.
MYTH: Cow's milk is full of hormones and antibiotics
THE TRUTH: Canadian milk meets strict government standards so it’s safe and healthy. Canadian dairy farmers give their cows the best diet and health care so they produce quality milk naturally. Growth hormones to stimulate milk production are not approved for sale or permitted for use in Canada. Just like humans, cows sometimes get sick and need medications like antibiotics. If this happens, the cow is identified and milked separately until she is healthy again. Her milk is properly disposed of for a mandatory length of time, to allow for the medication to get out of her system. Milk, organic and non-organic, is a safe, nutritious choice.
Check back this month for the latest nutrition myth busts!
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