The Misconceptions Around Milk and Nutrition

Despite its promotion as a healthy drink, milk has a complex and problematic history, particularly regarding health effects on diverse populations. Campaigns to encourage milk consumption have been instituted through government programs, yet they overlook issues like lactose intolerance, which affects a significant portion of the population. The discussion of traditional foods, such as frybread and government cheese in Indigenous communities and soul food in the African American experience, highlights the joy these dishes bring despite their often unhealthy nature. The core issue lies not in the foods themselves but in the inequitable access to healthier options, driven largely by corporate interests rather than community needs.