New research claims health benefits of grass-fed milk

27-03-2018 | |
New research claims health benefits of grass-fed milk. Photo: RBI
New research claims health benefits of grass-fed milk. Photo: RBI
A new research project into grass-fed dairy has suggested that organic milk has 62% more omega-3 than non-organic milk and 17% more conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) – reported to benefit human health. The project investigated enhancing the fatty acid profile of milk through forage-based rations, found that the higher levels of omega-3 and CLA could have metabolic and cardiovascular benefits to human consumers. Carried out by scientists from the USA, UK, Australia and Denmark, it aimed to dem


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