In collaboration with The a2 Milk™ Company.
All right folks. I’m going to go all sciencey on you here and put to use that BSc (Hons) Life Sciences degree I earned a few years ago.
Let’s talk milk protein!
Caseins are proteins most commonly found in mammalian milk, composing upwards of 80% of all the proteins found in cows milk and 20-45% in human breast milk. Of these caseins, β-casein is the second most abundant protein and it contains a wonderful nutritional balance of essential amino acids [1]. This is why milk is considered to be so good for you. We need amino acids to repair, grow and live.
However, over centuries of cattle farming a mutation of the β-casein protein occured. There are now 12 different variants of this protein, with A1 and A2 variants being the most common. The A1 protein is found in approximately 70% of cattle herds, and it is this protein that has been found to cause digestive discomfort (as well as potential health hazards [2]) in susceptible individuals, sometimes triggering the symptoms of lactose intolerance.
a2 Milk™ is the only milk available on UK supermarket shelves that is guaranteed free from the A1 protein, meaning it could be a game changer for the 12 million Britains who suffer from the unpleasant symptoms of lactose intolerance.
The folk at The a2 Milk™ Company have recently launched a new ‘a2stonishing milk’ campaign which revolves around real life astonishing stories of people’s experiences with a2 Milk™, like the story of Sophie Blyth, below.
Please note, a2 Milk™ is not suitable for cows’ milk protein allergy. If you have been medically diagnosed with any milk intolerance, seek advice from your doctor before trying a2 Milk™. Whole milk can be given to children over the age of 1, semi-skimmed from the age of 2.
Have you tried a2 Milk™ yet? Was it a game changer for you? Read some more a2tonishing a2 milk stories on the a2 Milk™ website. You can also connect with them on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.
This is a sponsored post in collaboration with a2 Milk™, although all thoughts and opinions expressed are our own. Funny cow face image via Shutterstock. A2 milk provided the other images.
Mum of three, daydream adventurer, OU Life Sciences graduate, occasional crafter, ex-pat Canadian & quite possibly Britain's most northerly food blogger.
Jenni says
That cow image is hilarious! Never heard of A2 before, great idea for those with intolerance x
WhatLauraLoves says
Ooh I hadn’t heard of A2 milk before! I tend to drink almond milk as I find cows milk a bit too creamy for me xxx
Jessica says
Never tried this knd of product. It does sound really interesting to make a try.
melissa zia says
sounds like a great product seeing as its easy to digest. I only usually drink soya and almond milk
Kacie says
I never knew there was so much to know about milk. I just take milk for granted really!
Hannah says
Not heard of this before! I don’t drink much milk to be honest x
Rachel says
I drink loads of milk and would be absolutely gutted if I had an intolerance to it x
Ordinality says
I am intrigued! I get some bloating from milk so this might be the solution I need…
Hannah says
Now I know how lactose intolerance happens! Thanks for the info. I don’t seem to get bloated from milk but if I hear of anyone who does I will let them know about this milk product.
Georgina Ingham | Culinary Travels says
I love the science behind this. As a healthcare professional I’m a bit of a science geek 😉
I love milk and thankfully have no problems with lactose but I do have a couple of friends with allergies so will definitely highlight this post to them.
shelby says
I’ve never seen this before. Great to know there is a milk that those who have an intolerance to lactose!
Becca @ Amuse Your Bouche says
I love the sound of the a2tonishing campaign – it’s so great to hear stories of how people’s lives have been changed by this product!
Bintu - Recipes From A Pantry says
I’ve seen this milk and it is interesting to know that this helps those with lactose intolerance
Dannii @ Hungry Healthy Happy says
We love a2 milk in our house, as my husband doesn’t do well with any other milk.
Rhian Westbury says
It sounds like a good product but I only drink soya or almond milk at the moment x
Liz Mays says
This sounds like an awesome option for people like me. I can handle small amount of milk but I generally avoid it.
Claire says
I’ve seen this on display in my local store. Thanks for explaining the science behind it!
Jess says
This was an interesting read! I didn’t know about the differing proteins – and my dad’s a milkman so I really probably should!
Laura @dearbearandbeany says
This was really interesting to read, I haven’t come across this before. My eldest daughter drinks gallons of milk, she takes after me x
The London Mum says
I never really knew what A2 milk was- I’ve seen it obviously for sale but always just went with my regular milk. But it makes so much sense. I’ll have to give it a go and see if it debloats my stomach too 😉
Lynette says
Sounds like a great option to try. I adore milk but I don’t get bloating from it and I am not lactose intolerant, for which I am truly thankful 🙂
samantha rickelton says
WOW A2 milk really does sound like a game changer for those with lactose intolerance. It’s amazing what science can do!
LaaLaa says
This was a good read and interesting to know there’s also options now. I don’t drink milk, I have mostly a plant based diet x
Milly Youngman says
Interested in trying this – especially if it beats the bloat, which I’m definitely a fan of!
StressedMum says
I found this really interesting to read, I have obviously seen the milk in the shops but have never tried it, and it sounds great for those that can not drink the normal milk x
Emily says
I’ve had problems with dairy for a while now and as much as I love milk, it tends to make me feel pretty grim Will need to check a2 Milk out now, thanks!
Emily x
Stella says
I found this post very informative. My kids stopped drinking milk from when they were 6 months so o always try to sneak it in.