Is raw milk better for you than pasteurized milk?
With so much curiosity about organic, natural and environmentally friendly practices, it’s easy to see why there’s growing interest in raw milk. Milk straight from the cow, or with very little processing between the dairy farmer and the consumer, sounds like a great product. After all, milk is a wholesome food that’s been helping feed people for at least 5,000 years [source: Zuk]. So, why would there be a problem drinking it fresh and unpasteurized? Understanding Pasteurization Most of the milk sold in the United States is pasteurized. This goes for milk products, too, like cheese, ice cream and