From 7-8 Glasses to One: Bobby Deol on His Milk Drinking Habits and Health Insights
From 7-8 Glasses to One: Bobby Deol on His Milk Drinking Habits and Health Insights
Bobby Deol recently opened up about his childhood habit of drinking milk, sharing an amusing story about his daily consumption of 7-8 glasses. He revealed, “I used to drink a lot of milk — at least 7-8 glasses — every day. Now, I realize why I used to have digestive issues! (laughs).” Bobby also had a special glass for his milk, one that was gifted to his father, Dharmendra. He fondly recalled, “I always looked for the tallest glass to get more milk. So, I used to say, this is my glass,” adding that now he drinks “maybe one glass” daily.
Neelima Bisht, chief clinical nutritionist at Paras Health in Gurugram, explained that consuming 7-8 glasses of milk daily can have different impacts on children and adults. For children, milk provides essential nutrients like calcium, vitamin D, and protein, which are crucial for bone growth. However, overconsumption can lead to weight gain and potential digestive issues like lactose intolerance. Bisht noted that lactose, a sugar in milk, is digested by the enzyme lactase, which decreases in activity after mid-childhood. This reduction can cause bloating, gas, diarrhea, and abdominal cramps in those who are lactose intolerant.
Vaishali Verma, a consultant in nutrition and dietetics at Manipal Hospital Dwarka, emphasized that for adults, excessive milk intake can raise heart disease risks due to high saturated fat content. She explained that whole milk contains saturated fat, which affects triglyceride levels and, over time, increases the risk of heart disease. Verma also mentioned that milk’s calorie content, including proteins, sugars, fat, and saturated fat, can pose health risks such as obesity in children and elevated blood sugar levels in diabetic patients.
Both experts cautioned against excessive calcium intake, as it can hinder the absorption of other essential minerals. Verma also highlighted the use of hormones in dairy cattle to boost milk production, with IGF-1 linked to various cancers and acne.
For a balanced diet, Bisht recommended that both children and adults should opt for low-fat or skim milk to reduce saturated fat intake and consider lactose-free options if necessary.
