The main difference between ordinary milk and a2 Milk® lies within the milk’s protein. In this post, you’ll discover the small but vital component that makes our a2 Milk® different from the rest and why you should care. To better understand the protein, it’s helpful to first review the milk’s content.

The difference between A1 protein and A2 protein is very small, but the tiny variance may make a big difference in the way it feels to your digestive system. Some people experience gastric discomfort after consuming milk-containing products like yogurt, ice cream, and cheese. This discomfort leads many to believe they have lactose intolerance. However, published research suggests that the discomfort often attributed to milk as a whole may be due to an inflammatory response created by the A1 protein. This discomfort often mimics milk intolerance. So, some people may avoid stomach discomfort when they switch to drinking milk with only the A2 protein.

As mentioned before, most milk on your local grocer’s shelves is a mix of A1 and A2 proteins. This is because most cows have both the A1 and A2 beta-casein protein genes. The only way to ensure that the milk you are drinking does not contain A1 protein is through genetic testing.

So at a2 Milk®, that’s exactly what we do. We work with family farms to test and separate the cows that we specially select from the rest, creating pure herds of cows that produce milk with only the A2 protein and no A1. Then the milk is tested again to ensure quality and purity.As mentioned before, most milk on your local grocer’s shelves is a mix of A1 and A2 proteins. This is because most cows have both the A1 and A2 beta-casein protein genes. The only way to ensure that the milk you are drinking does not contain A1 protein is through genetic testing.

So at a2 Milk®, that’s exactly what we do. We work with family farms to test and separate the cows that we specially select from the rest, creating pure herds of cows that produce milk with only the A2 protein and no A1. Then the milk is tested again to ensure quality and purity.

The best milk for you and your family is based on your dietary needs. Lactose intolerance can only be diagnosed by a doctor through a series of tests. One thing is sure though, a2 Milk® is easier on digestion and may help some avoid discomfort. We offer a variety of choices from a2 Milk® Whole to low-fat to decadent Hershey’s chocolate. Give it a try today and love milk again. Find a2 Milk® in a store near you.