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A new study reports that omega-3 fatty acids are highest in milk labelled as organic grass-fed and lowest in conventionally produced milk.
On average across all seasons, organic grass-fed milk contained significantly more omega-3 fatty acids than all other milks, providing 88 mg/serving compared with 25 mg/serving in conventionally produced milk.
By contrast, omega-6 fatty acids were highest in conventionally produced milk, which contained 166 mg/serving versus 92 mg/serving in organic grass-fed milk.
The fatty acid composition of non-organic, pasture-based milk was generally comparable to organic milk, with some seasonal variation.
Rather, the fatty acid composition of organic grass-fed milk may contribute as one component of an overall healthy dietary pattern and lifestyle,” Youngmark said.