What is beta casomorphin and its health implications?
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Epidemiological studies have associated the digestion of A1 beta-casein, a protein found in many common dairy breeds, with the release of the opioid-like peptide beta-casomorphin-7 (BCM-7). This small peptide has garnered significant research interest due to its potential effects on human physiology, though evidence from human trials remains limited and controversial. The debate surrounding beta casomorphin is at the heart of the A1 versus A2 milk discussion.
