• 9:19 - 14:10
John Brisson | Fixing Your Gut, Food Medicine, & Reclaiming Your Health
A2 Milk Benefits and the A1 Beta Casein Mutation
The distinction between A1 and A2 beta casein in dairy products is explored, highlighting how a genetic mutation in cows led to the more reactive A1 protein. When A1 milk is digested, it can break down into beta-casomorphin 7 (BCM-7), an opioid peptide that may cause inflammation and brain fog in individuals with leaky gut. The "French Paradox" is cited as a potential example of the benefits of consuming A2 dairy and more natural food sources.