It's a rumor that drinking milk on an empty stomach will consume protein as energy. In fact, milk contains about 4.5% lactose, which belongs to carbohydrate, and will be decomposed first to provide energy, so drinking milk on an empty stomach will not cause waste in protein. But for people who are lactose intolerant (drinking milk for diarrhea), it is really inappropriate to drink a lot of milk on an empty stomach. It is suggested that such people eat starchy food first and then drink milk several times. It is recommended to drink yogurt or low lactose milk.

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Many people think that oxalic acid and tannic acid contained in tea, coffee or chocolate will react with calcium in milk, which will affect the absorption and utilization of calcium. In fact, even if you don't drink it with milk, these substances may precipitate with minerals after entering the body. In addition, oxalic acid and calcium in milk precipitate in the digestive tract, which can reduce the intake of oxalic acid and reduce the risk of stones. Therefore, from the perspective of calcium supplementation, it is better to drink more milk than to avoid eating with foods containing oxalic acid and tannic acid.

People's Network-Can't milk be drunk on an empty stomach? Experts interpret three major rumors about milk.