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Raw cows milk - does it contain parasites?

  • 06-04-2017 08:06PM
    #1
    Carnmore
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    Can anyone confirm whether raw (unpasteurised) cows milk can contain parasites and how so?

    The supplier is a reputable organic farmer and the milk is regularly tested for bacteria but not parasites.


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  • #2
    Arbie
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    Carnmore wrote: »
    Can anyone confirm whether raw (unpasteurised) cows milk can contain parasites and how so?

    The supplier is a reputable organic farmer and the milk is regularly tested for bacteria but not parasites.

    Yes - particularly cryptosporidium and toxoplasma.

    I've tried raw milk and the taste is certainly different, but there is no added nutritional/health benefit over pasteurised milk.


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