Milk helps the heart

American and Dutch researchers found that consumption of three glasses of milk may reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases by 18 percent.

The study, analyzed 17 studies from Europe, USA and Japan and covered over 20 000 people.

The results show that increasing levels of calcium than recommended doses may actually reduce the risk of death from cancer by 25%.

Milk and milk derivatives are the most nutritious and health foods that are a natural source of calcium, potassium and protein.

Australian study involving 1529 volunteers, demonstrated that consumption of whole milk products reduce the risk of cardiovascular death by 69%.