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Micronutrients & recovery
Fermented dairy products offer enhanced health benefits compared to unfermented milk due to bioactive compounds produced during fermentation and reduced lactose content.
If you experience bloating or discomfort from milk, try fermented options like yogurt or kefir. The fermentation process breaks down lactose and creates beneficial compounds that support gut health.
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Fermented milk products appear to offer additional health benefits compared with unfermented milk, likely due to bioactive compounds produced during fermentation.
Why this rating
Narrative review citing mechanistic and observational evidence.
Source
Exploring the dairy milk matrix beyond isolated nutrients—a narrative review
Therese A. O’Sullivan et al. · Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition · 2026
DOI 10.1080/10408398.2026.2648097
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