Dr Ken Berry | Why You Should Avoid Cow Dairy (Milk & Cheese)

Summary

The video discusses the controversial role of dairy in human diets, highlighting that most adults globally lack the enzyme to digest lactose after childhood. It suggests that while infant consumption of milk is natural, continued consumption into adulthood may be problematic due to inflammation caused by lactose and bovine proteins. Alternatives like goat's or sheep's milk are proposed for infants unable to breastfeed. The video also differentiates between types of dairy, noting that fermented and hard cheeses, butter, and ghee are less inflammatory, advocating for a dairy-free experiment to assess individual tolerance and health impacts.

Takeaways

• 🍼 Infants generally consume milk up to 4-6 years old, which is a natural part of human development.
• 🔄 Most adults lose the ability to break down lactose after childhood, affecting their ability to digest milk.
• 🌐 Geographically, a significant majority of the world's population is lactose intolerant.
• 🚫 The speaker suggests that the consumption of milk by adults may not be natural or beneficial due to evolutionary and biochemical changes.
• 🥛 For infants unable to breastfeed, alternatives like goat's milk or A2 cow's milk are suggested, but finding a wet nurse is considered safest.
• 🧀 Cheese, being a fermented dairy product, may be less inflammatory for some people compared to fresh milk.
• 🍰 The least inflammatory dairy products are considered to be butter and ghee, which are pure fat and have minimal protein.
• 🚫 The script suggests that consuming dairy as an adult is not ancestrally appropriate for humans.
• 🧬 Evolution may be enabling some people to digest lactose as adults, but this does not imply it is without issues for everyone.
• 🧘‍♂️ The speaker recommends a dairy-free experiment for those experiencing chronic inflammation or weight loss issues, suggesting it could be beneficial for 30-60 days.
• 📚 In the book 'Keto Flex', it is suggested to initially remove cow dairy and consume alternatives like sheep milk in moderation to reduce inflammation.

Q & A

Is it okay for children to drink dairy until they are four to six years old according to the video?

Yes, the video suggests that drinking dairy isn't a big deal for human babies up until about four or five years old, as it has been a part of our existence throughout history.

What happens around the age of four to six years old in relation to lactose digestion?

The video explains that around this age, most people's biochemical machinery begins to shut off the ability to break down lactose, making it difficult for them to digest milk.

What percentage of adults worldwide cannot break down lactose according to the video?

The video states that two-thirds or more of adults worldwide cannot break down lactose, indicating that the ability to digest lactose is the exception rather than the rule among adults.

What alternative sources of milk are suggested for infants if breast milk is not available?

The video suggests trying goat's milk or sheep's milk, preferably A2 cow's milk, as alternatives to breast milk for infants.

What is a 'wet nurse' and why is it recommended over formula or milk from another mammal species?

A 'wet nurse' is a friend who is also breastfeeding. The video recommends finding a wet nurse to buy breast milk from as it is considered safer and more appropriate than switching to formula or using the milk of another mammal species.

Is consuming dairy considered ancestrally appropriate for adult human beings according to the video?

No, the video states that ingesting any dairy is not ancestrally appropriate for adult human beings, as it was not part of the human diet after weaning until relatively recently in history.

Which components of milk are considered the most problematic in terms of inflammation?

The video identifies lactose as the biggest culprit for causing inflammation, followed by the proteins and amino acids in dairy milk.

Why might fermented cheese be less inflammatory for some people compared to milk?

The video explains that the process of fermentation bends the protein molecules in cheese, which can make it more tolerable for some people who are sensitive to the proteins in milk.

What types of dairy are considered the least inflammatory according to the video?

The video suggests that butter and ghee, which are essentially 100% fat, are the least inflammatory of all dairy products.

What is the advice given in the video regarding cheese consumption for those following a keto or carnivore diet?

The video advises that cheese should be an occasional treat for those on a keto or carnivore diet, and that a dairy-free experiment might be beneficial for those experiencing chronic inflammation or gut issues.

What is the recommendation for people who are trying to reduce inflammation and get into ketosis according to the video?

The video recommends removing all cow dairy, possibly switching to sheep milk in moderation, and focusing on reducing inflammation as part of the process of getting into ketosis.