Is it true what they say about milk and muscle/bone growth?

[SuperBryan]

Random question 😜 I hear this constantly. "Milk is the best way to grow in height and muscle." I've believed this for a while, so I drink three tall glasses of milk a day (about 3/4 of a gallon). I workout at the gym everyday as well, so I'm wondering if it really is the best and more importantly, WHY. (Or if there is something better or something to add, please tell me) Thank you all SO MUCH. The more info, the better 😄

[Texantornedo]

I am a food industry student, and I can tell you that the effect of milk on bones strenght and muscles is a myth. It is true that milk contains almost every nitrutional matter that exists (sugar, protein, fats, and minerals except iron).
And psychologicaly people like milk because of its white color. There are countries in africa that does not even know what milk is, but if one of them hits you u'll end up in hospital, contrary to europian population that is known as the 1st consumers of milk, they suffer more of bones ussues if we compare the quantity of milk they consum per year.
To sumup milk is good for health, but dont drink too much of it. Eat vegies fruits, meat and every food that is prepared in a healthy way.

[Entruder]

Milk is good for your bones at younger ages because it'll help build strong bones and prevent osteoporosis when you're older. Your bones are fully grown when you're in your 20s. Milk is full of calcium and protein so it's a good and healthy choice depending on the kind of milk you're drinking. Your protein should be coming from mainly lean meats or supplements if you can't get enough. Milk doesn't really help you grow taller, it maybe adds a very small potential. Ultimately, it all comes down to genetics.

You should avoid milk if you're lactose intolerant and if you're getting bloated or aches.

[AliceInWonderLand93]

No that is a lie, milk is only good for giving your bones calcium but it won't make them grow or your muscles grow either. I think I read somewhere that milk is pretty much pointless to drink after the age of 14 or something. Drink protein shakes and eats lots of meat and carbs if you want to get muscles

[LaVilaine]

Milk isn't even really that good a source of calcium. It's difficult for most people to digest, and it's also very difficult to absorb in that form. Humans like milk because it's fat droplets suspended in sugar water. No lie.

[Levin]

I was under the impression that all that calcium can't be absorbed by your body, and goes into your soft tissues. There's some evidence that Westerners have pretty awful bones compared to people from cultures that don't drink milk. But eh, there's counter evidence to these sorts of things. Which ever way one looks at it, milk is nasty stuff :P Cheese is yummilicious though. Wouldn't say it was healthy or dietarily necessary, but it keeps one sane with it's tastiness.

[Anonymous]

Yea, this is true.. in developing bodies of a preteen lol All my life though, I have always drank milk, lots of it too. I have never broken a bone, I am 6'3, only one cavity (and I am not the best flosser/brusher) and my nails are great and healthy.

Obviously this is all anecdotal evidence which is basically pointless, but there you have it.

[goldfinch23]

You're 18, so your body is able to absorb 1000mg of calcium a day. Don't underestimate it. Because human body is able to absorb calcium only till 30 years of age.

[Omgjosh]

Definitely helps with bones. I should have broken bones dozens of times in my life, but haven't. Never had an injury. Also played football, basketball, and track in middle and high school. I've always been active.

[front2back]

(1.) it must be whole milk, throse fats are essential
(2.) It's only useful really at the beginning of the day or after a workout. Really either milk or protein powder is great for muscle growth

[Anonymous]

Genetics determine height, nothing you can do about that one. Muscles need protein to grow, yes milk has it but it's not the only source of protein and you need more than just milk.

[anonman32]

diet plays a crucial role as well, you can't grow if you are malnourished.

[Anonymous]

I don't know, but I have a friend whose family drinks a lot of milk regularly and they're all big (not fat) and tall, so it could be true.