Fresh milk is a rich source of essential nutrients, including protein, calcium, phosphorus, vitamin A and vitamin D. Reduced-fat fresh milk in particular, because it lacks the fat content of other dairy products such as whole milk, offers health benefits — yet fewer of the risks associated with consuming saturated fat and cholesterol. Including three servings of fresh milk in your diet each day can help you maintain muscle mass, strengthen your bones, support a favorable body composition and improve your circulatory health.
Milk is pasteurized with state of the art process. Pasteurization was introduced in the 1800’s to kill the bacteria that might be present and to give it a longer shelf life. The processing of shop bought milk is such that it is heated quickly to about 70 degrees for 30 seconds and then it is cooled rapidly. This process is designed to kill any bacteria that might be present.