What does this mean when you want milk?

There is not much science to explain the desire for milk, but there are social and physical reasons why you might want milk. For many people, milk is a favorite childhood drink, and many more people believe that milk and cookies (or everything dessert) are a match made in culinary paradise.

1. You are thirsty

Milk is mainly water – in fact, whole milk is made up of 87% water – so it’s a great way to dip your thirst. Since milk is generally served cold, you could associate it with being a particularly refreshing option,

A glass of water should also suppress this desire, but milk also provides electrolytes (loaded minerals, including sodium, potassium and calcium) which help maintain fluid balance in the body, unlike ordinary water.

2. You feel nostalgic

For many people, milk has strong associations with childhood. In general, children consume more milk than adults and milk consumption tends to decrease as a person is aging.

You may want a glass of milk when you feel nostalgic for your youth. You can also associate milk with certain meals, such as cereals, and be more likely to want milk when you have them.

3. You ate something spicy

You might want milk after eating something spicy. Research has revealed that fat and milk proteins can help relieve the burning sensation caused by spicy foods, such as peppers. The good news is that alternative milks, like soy milk, can also help reduce thermal sensation, especially if they contain proteins.

4. You have a dessert

Milk and cookies are a borne food pairing, just up there with peanut butter and jelly. There can even be a science behind why the milk goes so well with the cookies – or any fatty and chocolate dessert.

Milk proteins are large emulsifiers – substances that allow other substances to mix gently. Milk proteins can help smoothing chocolate and other fats, which can explain why you want milk when you indulge in sweet treat.

5. You are hungry

Milk is a large source of balanced food, providing proteins, fats and carbohydrates in a good report. A cup of whole milk contains 8 grams of protein, nearly 8 grams of fat and 12 grams of total carbohydrates, which is important fuel for your body.

It is also an excellent source of vitamins and minerals, including calcium and vitamins B, D and A. When you want milk, you can in fact need a good meal instead.

6. You reduce milk consumption

If you’re passionate about milk, you may want milk more if you try to reduce it. Research indicates that food desires are a complex phenomenon. If you reduce a food, you might find yourself doing it more.

Food guidelines suggest that people consume 3 cups of low fat dairy products each day as part of a balanced diet. Evaluate your reasons for reducing milk and if it is normal to enjoy a cup of occasional dairy milk or milk based on fortified plants.

How much milk is too much?

Food guidelines suggest that adults drink 3 cups of milk daily (or three portions of dairy products). This can offer you health benefits, such as strong bones, and help prevent osteoporosis.

There is not much research on the amount of milk. Some research reveals that drinking more than the recommended amount of milk can have harmful health effects. However, a scientific journal of 2016 revealed that the consumption of milk has not increased or decreased the risk of death.

If you worry about the impact that milk consumption may have on your health, talk to a health care provider.

How to stop the desires of milk

Taking care of your overall health can help reduce food desires: