What is the Casein Diet? Understanding a Casein-Free Eating Plan
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Casein, a major phosphoprotein found in mammalian milk, makes up approximately 80% of the total protein in cow's milk. A casein diet, more accurately termed a casein-free diet, is a dietary regimen that involves eliminating all foods containing this protein, including milk, cheese, and many processed dairy-containing products. This approach is typically followed by individuals with a diagnosed casein allergy or intolerance, though it has also been explored as a complementary therapy for other conditions with limited scientific evidence.
