November 2014 PMID 24615309

Effect of raw milk on lactose intolerance: a randomized controlled pilot study.

Sarah Mummah, Beibei Oelrich, Jessica Hope, Quyen Vu, Christopher D Gardner

Mentions

101
Peak: 5 in Nov 2023
across 5 sources since Nov 2023

Extended reach

309,716
potential audience

Total likes

169

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Nov 2023 – Oct 2025

Where it's discussed

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AI synopsis

What people are saying

The discussions largely focus on the scientific findings, with many posts citing the study directly and emphasizing that raw milk offers no real benefit for lactose intolerance, as seen in phrases like 'raw milk failed to reduce lactose malabsorption' and comments on the study's small size or methodological limitations. The tone indicates respect for scientific evidence, and the use of technical language shows moderate to deep engagement with the topic.

AgreementStrong agreement

Most discussions agree that the study indicates raw milk does not alleviate lactose intolerance symptoms, emphasizing the scientific evidence against the myth.

InterestModerate interest

Participants show moderate interest, with some expressing skepticism, curiosity, or referencing the study's specifics, indicating engagement beyond mere acknowledgement.

EngagementModerate engagement

Several posts delve into methodological details or critique aspects of the study, reflecting thoughtful consideration and deeper engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussion underscores the importance of scientific validation in dispelling myths about raw milk, though it remains within a niche scientific community.

Abstract in brief

  • This study tested whether raw milk can lessen lactose malabsorption and intolerance symptoms compared to pasteurized milk in adults and found that raw milk did not significantly reduce these symptoms.
  • Participants showed higher hydrogen breath test levels on the first day with raw milk, indicating more lactose malabsorption initially, but there was no difference by day 8, and symptom severity was similar for both types of milk by the end of the study.
  • Overall, the findings suggest that raw milk does not provide any advantage over pasteurized milk in alleviating lactose intolerance symptoms, challenging common anecdotal claims about raw milk's benefits.

Top posts

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Crémieux
@cremieuxrecueil · X

There's a whole strange mythos built around raw milk, but none of it makes any sense or stands up to scrutiny. Source: https://t.co/P2EkbuAyIU

Jul 16, 2025 · 45 likes · 279,740 followers View post →
Thisisneutral
@Neverupneverup · X

@AnnaRMatson @thejerryproctor @dr_andrealove No, you’re not. The Stanford study, “Effect of Raw Milk on Lactose Intolerance: A Randomized Controlled Pilot Study,” assessed raw, pasteurized and soy milk and found that no improvement in lactose intolerance symptoms with the consumption of raw compared to pasteurized milk.

Jun 28, 2025 · 29 likes · 53 followers View post →
Alex Leaf
@AlexJLeaf · X

@SamaHoole No, this is a myth that has been directly tested in clinical research. https://t.co/IyTNBPwhuA

Oct 19, 2025 · 10 likes · 4 shares · 4,433 followers View post →
YbGaGe
@YbGaGe · X

@BasedMedical https://t.co/BPchmpMH1Q Raw milk doesnt reduce lactose intolerance Raw milk contains a very very tiny amount of lactase but not enough to reduce symptoms of lactose intolerance.

Nov 8, 2023 · 7 likes · 38 followers View post →
ooji
@jejijejii · X

@Scarred_Tissue @NEETWorldOrder @BustedStops “Raw milk failed to reduce lactose malabsorption or lactose intolerance symptoms compared with pasteurized milk among adults positive for lactose malabsorption.” https://t.co/0RAduPStUM

Nov 5, 2023 · 5 likes · 67 followers View post →
Rootless Cosmopolitan Disrespecter
@golemsrazor · X

@NEETWorldOrder This one is actually pretty poorly studied & controversial. This is the main study cited for "raw milk has no effect on lactose intolerance" and it's a pretty weak & small study. https://t.co/gaDAGixNGh

Nov 5, 2023 · 4 likes · 192 followers View post →

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@SopitaSirirata1 · X

RT @AlexJLeaf: @SamaHoole No, this is a myth that has been directly tested in clinical research. https://t.co/IyTNBPwhuA

Oct 19, 2025 · 4 shares · 175 followers View post →
mesenchymal stem cells/exosomes
@MSCsExosomes · X

RT @AlexJLeaf: @SamaHoole No, this is a myth that has been directly tested in clinical research. https://t.co/IyTNBPwhuA

Oct 19, 2025 · 4 shares · 378 followers View post →
Penny
@98thcentile · X

RT @AlexJLeaf: @SamaHoole No, this is a myth that has been directly tested in clinical research. https://t.co/IyTNBPwhuA

Oct 19, 2025 · 4 shares · 810 followers View post →
Alex Leaf
@AlexJLeaf · X

@SamaHoole No, this is a myth that has been directly tested in clinical research. https://t.co/IyTNBPwhuA

Oct 19, 2025 · 10 likes · 4 shares · 4,433 followers View post →
door
@LF_TYXC_NIKA · X

@superxtianmario https://t.co/euNV7851Nt If you really want to get mad, read this study. Key notes: - Soy milk used as a control, - Only 16 participants - Milk was flavoured with Torani Sugar-free vanilla syrup flavouring

Aug 29, 2025 · 44 followers View post →
Crémieux
@cremieuxrecueil · X

There's a whole strange mythos built around raw milk, but none of it makes any sense or stands up to scrutiny. Source: https://t.co/P2EkbuAyIU

Jul 16, 2025 · 45 likes · 279,740 followers View post →
Thisisneutral
@Neverupneverup · X

@AnnaRMatson @thejerryproctor @dr_andrealove No, you’re not. The Stanford study, “Effect of Raw Milk on Lactose Intolerance: A Randomized Controlled Pilot Study,” assessed raw, pasteurized and soy milk and found that no improvement in lactose intolerance symptoms with the consumption of raw compared to pasteurized milk.

Jun 28, 2025 · 29 likes · 53 followers View post →
Roope Sutinen
@RoopeSutinen · X

@the_EA_ @pasiz @hirvelanjuho Raakamaidossa ei ole mainitsemaasi entsyymiä. Mikäli siinä olisi, niin silloin siinä ei olisi laktoosia, jota entsyymi pilkkoo. Laktoosi-intolerantikko saa yhtä pahat oireet raakamaidosta. Asiaa on tutkittu mm seuraavassa tutkimuksessa: https://t.co/37eUtVBiWZ

Feb 5, 2025 · 1 like · 67 followers View post →
Harriet Carroll: Long Covid Scientific Consultancy
@angryhacademic · X

@AnsamGroshong @Naomi_D_Harvey Im not sure. The composition of milk doesnt seem to change much with pasteurisation https://t.co/3um0aoLO4s https://t.co/jqRRSwnJ8g And this albeit small study didnt support an improvement in symptoms: https://t.co/ucu1kjnz6m (ofc that doesnt preclude some individual effects)

Feb 4, 2025 · 2 likes · 8,789 followers View post →
Finntrasan
@finntrasan · X

@kiritonervegear @cirnosad https://t.co/XNOBFOYruA

Jan 6, 2025 · 157 followers View post →
elaine
@callmeanurse · X

@eng04248128 @elisacardoso9 @SilvaCJose87 It happens that I read, understand and interpret in english, thanks. Since you’re so clever, I will drop this video for you and I hope you can understand. https://t.co/EBZ9Vc7h0S

Dec 26, 2024 · 3 likes · 3,605 followers View post →
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@animalfurnace · X

@colaq14 @cptgrumpus @artcowlesbian @lasagnaaa420 @khalid390465965 @Thehailtrail https://t.co/uCn9mzKkU2

Dec 23, 2024 · 167 followers View post →
Alex Leaf
@AlexJLeaf · X

@George_Dubs_ @MichaelMindrum @calleymeans What enzymes? I'm skeptical that any enzymes present would be there in sufficient amounts to have an impact or survive digestion, and I can't find any literature on enzymes in raw milk other than one study showing it clearly doesn't contain lactase. https://t.co/IyTNBPvJF2

Dec 22, 2024 · 4,433 followers View post →
Savvas Papadopoulos
@Savvas98374297 · X

@BrentJAwake @whospillsrthese @DominusClarus @sixinchbeys 1. Lactose intolerance is not an allergy. If you can drink milk without side effects, then you are not intolerant. 2. Raw milk contains little to no lactase, and does not affect lactose intolerance. https://t.co/NCYmHEyUsN 3. Cheese also does not contain lactase, it is

Nov 23, 2024 · 1,788 followers View post →
Lucky
@NotSoLucky_69 · X

@LibertyDoggo @StoicLibertyMan @LibertyCappy https://t.co/mwMDylZYxZ

Oct 1, 2024 · 29 followers View post →
Lucky
@NotSoLucky_69 · X

@FatAlex621 @ThiagoJVinhas @LibertyCappy Like I said, you're more than welcome to test them yourself and post your findings. Until then I'll go with what's scientifically backed. It's also no better for lactose intolerance. https://t.co/mwMDylZYxZ

Oct 1, 2024 · 29 followers View post →
Lappy Slaston
@LastonSlappy · X

@j_robert_kirk @BodkinThimble @DrCalLepejian @SRiley0620 @MattWalshBlog https://t.co/NzN9VhoKYS

Sep 2, 2024 · 550 followers View post →
Thunder Storm
@ThunderXStorm47 · X

@TSagaverse @doshelikecheese @montyinthebank @iluminatibot I'm just gonna leave this here, take your time and have a good read. https://t.co/4t5B7BQL3X

Aug 19, 2024 · 1 like · 12 followers View post →
RashimTreublatt
@RTreublatt · X

@AndyKPorsche911 @AnnaHebamme Das ist Quatsch https://t.co/s6rJ68j3NU

Jul 7, 2024 · 103 followers View post →
Harrier
@HarrieRobins · X

@P0eMPieDinges @RitaZon https://t.co/RWp3ASKepK Zeht toch iets heel anders.

Jan 10, 2024 · 264 followers View post →
YbGaGe
@YbGaGe · X

@BasedMedical https://t.co/BPchmpMH1Q Raw milk doesnt reduce lactose intolerance Raw milk contains a very very tiny amount of lactase but not enough to reduce symptoms of lactose intolerance.

Nov 8, 2023 · 7 likes · 38 followers View post →
Mr. Garvin
@garvs_72 · X

https://t.co/hWmSFw0lYm

Nov 5, 2023 · 696 followers View post →
ooji
@jejijejii · X

@Scarred_Tissue @NEETWorldOrder @BustedStops “Raw milk failed to reduce lactose malabsorption or lactose intolerance symptoms compared with pasteurized milk among adults positive for lactose malabsorption.” https://t.co/0RAduPStUM

Nov 5, 2023 · 5 likes · 67 followers View post →
ooji
@jejijejii · X

@regenranching https://t.co/0RAduPStUM “Raw milk failed to reduce lactose malabsorption or lactose intolerance symptoms compared with pasteurized milk among adults positive for lactose malabsorption.”

Nov 5, 2023 · 67 followers View post →
Rootless Cosmopolitan Disrespecter
@golemsrazor · X

@NEETWorldOrder This one is actually pretty poorly studied & controversial. This is the main study cited for "raw milk has no effect on lactose intolerance" and it's a pretty weak & small study. https://t.co/gaDAGixNGh

Nov 5, 2023 · 4 likes · 192 followers View post →