Unraveling the mysteries of milk
Milk Definition: A nutrient-rich liquid produced by the mammary glands of mammals. Milk contains a balanced composition of essential nutrients, such as proteins, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins (especially vitamin D and B-complex vitamins), and minerals (like calcium and potassium). Cow's milk, the most commonly consumed variety globally, is often processed into various dairy products, including cheese, yogurt, and butter. Why have so many chosen not to embrace dairy products? Primarily because of reasons most people don't even understand but have been frightened by social media, marketing, and just lack of education. Our mission is to share knowledge to help individuals make informed decisions regarding milk and dairy products.
BCM-7 - What is it and why is it important?
BCM-7, or beta-casomorphin-7, is a peptide derived from the digestion of the milk protein beta-casein, particularly from the A1 variant commonly found in cow’s milk. When A1 beta-casein breaks down in the digestive tract, it can release BCM-7, which has opioid-like effects in the body, meaning it can bind to opioid receptors and influence various physiological processes. We are trying to be objective and transparent as well as inform consumers of the benefits of rethinking milk as a more natural, nutrient-rich source as opposed to processed plant based milk alternatives. The choice is ultimately up to each consumer as to the reasons for their choices, but we are hoping to share factual information to aid in their selections.
So, how does this all tie together and why are we saying milk is a good source of nutrition after pointing out the BCM-7 reaction from milk? Stay with us - please browse the various portions of this website and follow our blogs for current information. Not all milk is created equal, cows milk can cause this reaction in certain people but there is a way to identify and produce milk from cows that will minimize this reaction.
Did you know that there are also alternatives such as goat, sheep, buffalo, and even camels that naturally do not cause this BCM-7 reaction? Even human milk for nursing mothers does not cause this reaction.
Not only is this applicable to milk, any dairy products (cheeses, ice cream, yogurt, butter, etc.) can be produced using nonbcm7 certified™milk.
Our goal is not only to educate but also maintain a reliable registry of producers/animals that have been certified through the use of independent genetic testing which are producing what we refer to as nonbcm7 certified™milk. This will allow consumers to be able to easily identify and select products that will not cause the BCM-7 reaction...nonbcm7 certified™. Rest assured, this is not a genetically modified process but rather a process of simply selecting cows that exist today which are identified through a simple genetic test - very similar to human genealogy testing many people are doing today.
