Tag: Heat and dairy

According to a 2021 study, boiling milk can reduce its B vitamin content by around 25%, sparking concerns for many about how heat affects this dietary staple. But does cooking milk destroy nutrients entirely, or is the impact more nuanced? The answer involves understanding which nutrients are most sensitive to heat and which remain stable.

Contrary to popular belief, simply heating milk in a microwave does not significantly decrease its lactose content. The idea that microwaving milk can make it more digestible for those with lactose intolerance is a common myth that overlooks the core science of how heat affects dairy.