Not Just for Kids: This Drink Reduces Stroke Risk by 10% 0 9

Researchers have found that there is a drink that can be an effective prevention for strokes. Just one glass a day is enough to reduce health risks.

This drink is regular cow's milk. The work on this topic was published in the journal Nutrients.

Essence of the Study

There is a belief that milk is only beneficial for children, and for adults, it may be harmful, especially if lactose intolerance is present. However, a new study by Japanese scientists has shown that there is a reason to develop a habit of regularly drinking milk at any age.

The authors of the study created a 10-year simulation model using data on the diet and health of the Japanese population aged 30 to 79.

Using the model, the researchers compared the current level of dairy consumption with a scenario in which people consume up to 180 grams of milk daily. This is the amount recommended by Japanese doctors. Currently, the Japanese consume about 61 grams of milk each day.

The researchers compared how increased milk consumption could affect stroke statistics.

The scientists did not compare whether the effect varies depending on the fat content of the milk.

What Was Discovered

It turned out that just one glass of milk a day can reduce the risk of stroke by 10%.

Moreover, the scientists stated that if the Japanese start drinking more milk, it could help prevent approximately 123,718 cases of stroke in the future.

According to the researchers, this effect is related to the composition of milk. It contains potassium, calcium, and magnesium—minerals that can regulate blood pressure, relax blood vessels, and improve circulation. This helps reduce the likelihood of a stroke.

Other Benefits

However, there are other important health benefits of milk. For example, this drink, due to its high calcium content, helps keep bones and teeth strong. It is especially important to get enough calcium in older age, as it reduces the risk of osteoporosis, writes the Daily Mail.

Additionally, milk provides the body with quality protein, which is needed to maintain muscle mass. This drink is also rich in vitamin B12, which strengthens the nervous system.