Experts Debunk Health Benefits of Adults Drinking Breast Milk Amid Viral Trend
Translated & summarized from Channel 13 by baba
A viral video of a man drinking breast milk to relieve a sore throat has raised questions about its health benefits for adults. Experts clarify that breast milk primarily benefits infants and is not effective for adults, warning of health risks from unregulated breast milk sales.
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- A viral video showed a man drinking breast milk to ease a sore throat, sparking health debates.
- Dr. Sean Portal stated breast milk benefits infants but offers no real health advantage to adults.
- Adults' digestive systems break down milk proteins, limiting nutrient absorption from breast milk.
- A black market for breast milk has emerged, with biohackers consuming it despite infection risks.
- Experts warn against buying breast milk due to lack of regulation and potential contamination.
A viral video showing Adi Aharon, husband of social media influencer Lior Koka, drinking breast milk to soothe a sore throat has sparked widespread debate about the health effects of this trend. On the morning show "HaOlam HaBoker," Dr. Sean Portal, an exercise physiologist and clinical dietitian, provided a detailed analysis, stating that breast milk is not beneficial for adults as commonly believed. He explained that while breast milk is uniquely suited for infants, aiding their immature digestive systems, adults have a more acidic digestive environment that breaks down milk proteins, preventing absorption of its components. Portal also highlighted a growing black market where biohackers buy and consume breast milk, warning of infection risks due to lack of regulation in handling and transport. He advised that while drinking milk from one's partner might be harmless, purchasing it is not recommended.