Overconsumption of Milk in Childhood: Nutritional Impacts and Clinical Guidelines
1. Introduction While milk is a valuable source of calcium, protein, and essential vitamins necessary for skeletal development, overconsumption in childhood can lead to serious nutritional imbalances, particularly iron deficiency anemia. The phenomenon of excessive milk intake—often defined as consuming more than 16 to 24 ounces (approximately 500 to 700 milliliters) per day in toddlers … Read more