#29: All About Dairy: Benefits, Myths, Quality & More (Part 1 of 2)

Short Summary
This episode is episode 29 and it's all about dairy. Here we share some of our own experiences with dairy, what the research says, what we teach our coaching clients, and which dairy myths you should know about. Be sure to check out part 2 of this episode to learn more about dairy intolerances, allergies, and all the ways to help with that.

For professional Inquiries contact hosts - Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Jessica Dogert jessdogert@gmail.com, and Primal Health Coach Marisa Moon marisa@marisamoon.com

Disclaimer: Consult with your doctor or functional medicine practitioner before trying any of the remedies or protocols mentioned in this episode. Jessica Dogert and Marisa Moon are not physicians or medical practitioners. This information is for educational and entertainment purposes only.

Points of Discussion:
1978 Got Milk? Campaign & National Dairy Council
Americans Milk Intake
- 54 percent of us no longer drink it daily
Myth Busting
- Does dairy lead to weight gain and heart disease?
- Does dairy make your skin break out?
- Are there a lot of hormones in milk?
- Does dairy promote bone health?
Quality Matters
- Full fat vs Low fat
- Grass-fed vs Grain-fed
Benefits of dairy
- CLA's [fight inflammation]
- Live Active Cultures [aid digestion]
- Butyrate [boosts metabolism]
- Omega 3 fats [boost brain power]
What is Ghee
Ghee vs Butter
Types of Cheeses (imported, raw, unpasteurized, hard and aged)
Goat and Sheep vs Cow Milk (casein A1 or A2 protein)

Honorable Mentions
- Make your own ghee! Find a step by step recipe at https://mylongevitykitchen.com/homemade-ghee/
- Ideally you should buy your dairy from a small farm and a brand that is animal welfare approved or certified humane.
- “I do not recommend consuming reduced-fat milk products for any reason—this goes for yogurts, cheeses, and other dairy products as well. If you must have milk and dairy, go for whole!” Chris Kresser, leading functional medicine practitioner and myth buster

Takeaway: We are huge fans of blending butter into our morning coffee, eating full-fat plain yogurt with raw local honey as a snack and putting artisanal cheese on veggies as a vehicle to eat more of them. We're not against dairy but we do believe quality matters. Always choose full fat versions and go for grass fed, organic, & pasture-raised as well.

Do you guys eat dairy? Have you ever eliminated it and felt better? Send us a Facebook message to start the conversation. You can find us at The Foundation of Wellness Podcast on both Facebook and Instagram.

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Marisa's site: https://www.marisamoon.com
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Intro/Exit Music - "Ukulele Whistle" by Scott Holmes