Warm or cold milk, still confused ? Just check out the facts and decide yourself !

 

Milk is one of the ancient beverages that till now has its own status. Milk is considered a complete meal because of its high nutritional value. Not only major, nutrients like protein, calcium, vitamin D and potassium. But milk also contains several micronutrients like calcium, magnesium, zinc and vitamins. The only reason not to take milk is if you are lactose intolerant. Otherwise, just aim of drinking at least one glass of milk every day. Taking this type of highly nutritious beverage is very important, especially in Corona pandemic times. As milk is one of the best immunity boosters, that do not require any other ingredients. Till now, the decision that whether warm or cold milk should be taken is controversial. This is a topic that has a wide range of debate. Though this requires much more researches and studies, to confirm the decision. So just go through the below mentioned benefits of both cold and warm milk. We leave decision up to you.

• Benefits of having warm milk

Since ancient times, warm milk is given before bed. So the most common known benefit is a better sleep. Tryptophan, an amino acid that is commonly present in milk helps in inducing sleep. The thing to note is tryptophan always activates in warm surroundings, so it is important that the milk should be hot.

Taking warm milk with some amount of honey is a very good antibacterial source. It helps to prevent respiratory ailments like cough and common cold.

Hot milks may even relieve in constipation when taken before bed.

A protein present in milk called Lectium helps in lowering the blood pressure. Also potassium content helps in relaxation of muscles. So warm milk also reduces stress.

Warm milk with turmeric is a popular antioxidant as well as helps to take out toxins from the body.

• Benefits of having cold milk

Cold milk is found to be very useful and beneficial if one is suffering from digestion issues and other intestinal problems. But avoid using cold milk at night as it can cause sleep discomfort.

Some of these studies also show that cold milk can actually help you to lose weight. The calcium present in cold milk helps in accelerating the metabolic levels of the body.

Cold milk can also be used as a skin cleanser. As it opens the pores and take out toxins.

Cold milk can also be used for the snack purposes. As a replacement for high calorie, an less nutritional snacks.

• Conclusion

So after reading facts we come to a conclusion that both hot and cold milk equally healthier and nutritional. Though usage can depend upon body composure, climate, time of the day and other reasons.

The only reason to not to intake milk is Lactose Intolerance.