Milk Myth #1: Drinking Milk Causes Early Puberty

Myth Buster: There is no scientific evidence that drinking milk causes early puberty.

Milk Myth #2: Drinking Milk Causes Mucus

Myth Buster: Milk consumption does not lead to mucus production or occurrence of asthma.

Milk Myth #3: Drinking Milk Causes Kidney Stones

Myth Buster: Drinking milk does not cause kidney stones.

Milk Myth #4: Organic Milk is Much Healthier Than Regular Milk

Myth Buster: Both types of milk—organic and conventionally produced—are highly nutritious.

Milk Myth #5: Chocolate Milk is "Soda in Disguise"

Myth Buster: Chocolate milk has some added sugar but contains all the important nutrients that plain white milk provides.

Milk Myth #6: Soy Milk is Nutritionally Equal to Cow’s Milk

Myth Buster: Soy-based beverages are not nutritionally equivalent to cow’s milk.

Milk Myth #7: People With Lactose Intolerance Need to Avoid all Milk and Dairy Foods

Myth Buster: Most people with lactose intolerance can enjoy milk and dairy products.

Milk Myth #8: The Growth Hormones in Milk are Bad for You

Myth Buster: Studies have shown that milk from rBST treated cows is identical to milk from untreated cows.

Milk Myth #9: Raw Milk is More Nutritious Than Pasteurized Milk

Myth Buster: Raw milk is not more nutritious and can pose serious health risks.