Life with kids can be a blur, am I right?
Whether you're up all night with a newborn, chasing toddlers, or running tweens to soccer practice, life is busy! Mealtimes can be crazy and sometimes it's a struggle to get a good dinner on the table every night.
You've been sourcing local pastured meats for years now and it sure does feel great knowing that the meals you do get on the table have such a wholesome base.
What if you could add a nutrient-dense, delicious drink to your family's routine? Even on the days you can't all sit down and eat as a family, it's easy to add a glass of fresh raw milk with breakfast, in the lunchbox, or with an afterschool snack. And the kids LOVE it. Our customers report that they have to ration their kiddos so that they don't run out of milk before the week is over.
Have you been thinking of taking your family's "Eat Local" game to the next level by adding raw milk, but you still have a few questions?
Check out these five things you should know about raw milk.
What is Raw Milk?
Raw milk, also called Fresh Unprocessed Whole Milk, is milk that is produced with the sole intention of being consumed in its natural state, without being pasteurized (heated) or homogenized (broken down). The pasteurization process destroys many of the natural enzymes, fatty acids, vitamins and minerals present in milk. Because raw milk is in its natural unpasteurized form, all of its nutrients are 100% intact.
Why Choose Raw Milk?
Drinking raw milk has many health benefits.
Our twins, Caleb and Connor, suffered from terrible eczema for 13 years. Shortly after adding raw milk to their diet, their skin completely cleared up. They haven't applied moisturizer in over four years now!
In addition to skin health, raw milk has also been shown to decrease the risk of childhood asthma and allergies by over 40%. It can increase immunity, boost dental health, and support skeletal growth.
Many people who are lactose intolerant report that they can enjoy fresh raw milk with no problems.
The health benefits really go on and on!
Testing milk in our on farm lab.
Is Raw Milk Safe?
We work diligently to produce clean, safe raw milk. Every batch is tested in our on-farm lab to ensure it's safe for our family and yours. Our commitment to safety is the number one reason we chose to become Michigans first Raw Milk Institute Listed Dairy.
How Long Does it Last?
Because of our careful preparation and milk handling, Six S Dairy's raw milk can be expected to remain fresh for two weeks and beyond. And if you haven't used your raw milk up before it starts to go sour, it can still be used for baking. Sour milk makes some amazing pancakes!
What Should I Know About Using Raw Milk?
The cream in raw milk rises to the top of the jar, perfect for spooning a little (or a lot) off for your morning coffee. When you'd like to pour a glass, just give the milk jug a little shake first to mix the cream back in.
You should store your unopened jars of milk toward the lower back section of your fridge where it is coldest. This will help your milk stay fresh for as long as possible.
Our family loves having a glass of fresh milk with our meals. We also love to make yogurt and simple cheeses that are loaded with gut-healing probiotics.
If you'd like even more details on Six S Dairy's raw milk program, please check out our milk page here.