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Benefits of milk: 5 reasons you should start drinking milk everyday

Know the health benefits of drinking milk.

Updated: November 26, 2015 10:35 AM IST

By Priya Prakashan

Benefits of milk: 5 reasons you should start drinking milk everyday

On the occasion of Dr Varghese Kurien’s birth anniversary, November 26 is celebrated as National Milk Day. As we all are celebrating the day, let’s take a look at why we should be consuming milk, the complete food. Milk is a rich source of calcium; it contains fats, protein, carbohydrate, vitamins and minerals. Milk is the primary source of nutrition for young mammals. Milk is essentially good for healthy bone growth and development. We will tell you how drinking milk will be more beneficial to you.

Milk is used to get a glowing skin. It is said that Cleopatra took milk baths for a soft, supple skin. Drink a few glasses of whole milk everyday to retain maximum benefits. You can also use it on your skin as an exfoliant to keep your skin moisturized.(ALSO READ: Verghese Kurien’s 94th Birthday celebrated with Google Doodle)

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Milk is a great source of calcium; drinking milk will keep your bones strong and also prevent osteoporosis. It also prevents tooth decay and cavities. Milk is also a great drink after workouts as it replenishes your body after strenuous workout. Studies also suggest that those women who drink low-fat or skim milk lose more weight than those who do not consume milk at all.

Milk is also known to lower high blood pressure and risk of strokes as it reduces the cholesterol. It is also rich in vitamin A and vitamin B which gives you good eyesight. So go ahead grab a glassful of milk and gulp it down to retain maximum benefits.

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