digestive issues), there are other ways to get your needed calcium sans an upset stomach.

Taking a multivitamin also helps provide the nutrients we need to help maintain our health.

With that in mind, see everything you better know about milk below.

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From the benefits, the downsides, and the milk alternatives, weve got you covered.

The Benefits

Milk hasmany benefitsfor our bodies and overall health.

Reliance Foundation Hospital in Mumbai.

It also supports muscle function and boosts the immune system while the presence of phosphorus aids in energy metabolism.

Langnas agrees and says that a whole glass (which equates to 8 oz.)

gives you the most benefits for our bone development.

Our bones [and teeth] are constantly remodeling.

These nutrients help prevent our bones from getting brittle and prevent risk of fractures or osteoporosis.

But this is still dependent on each person.

Everyones body tolerates certain foods differently, she says.

It is always important to listen and be aware of what your body is telling you.

More milk doesnt necessarily mean more nutrients and it doesnt detoxify the body like water does.

So just something to keep in mind, even if youre able to stomach that much dairy.

How Much Milk Should an Adult Drink?

So do adults need to drink milk?

This helps the production of melatonin which aids in better sleep.

Consuming milk in the day also helps maintain good satiety levels and prevents overeating.

Blending milk into smoothies with fruits can be further enhanced by adding a touch of honey for sweetness.

you might also experiment with warm milk by infusing it with herbal teas, like chamomile orpeppermint.

Its all about your personal preferences and works best with your dietary needs.

Introduction of frequent servings throughout the day may help increase milk tolerance gradually over time.