Blog Article: 8 Curious Facts About Milk and Its Production in Costa Rica

Whether in a delicious bread with natilla, a cup of coffee with milk, or a tortilla with cheese, dairy products are part of many people's daily lives. They are delicious, practical, and nutritious, and many experts recommend consuming them daily. Therefore, today we tell you 8 curious facts that you probably didn't know about milk production in our country.

Consuming milk can prevent diseases

Regular consumption of milk can decrease the risk of developing osteoporosis and some types of cancer. Additionally, it allows us to obtain calcium, magnesium, and other nutrients in a delicious and easy way.

It is a good source of protein

A single glass of milk (250 ml) provides between 6 and 8 grams of protein. For this reason, many recommend drinking a glass of chocolate milk after exercising; to obtain the protein boost our muscles need to grow.

Milk from San Carlos for the world

48% of Dos Pinos' milk production comes from San Carlos. In this canton of the Northern Zone, 620,000 liters of this food are produced daily. For many years, milk production has been one of the major productive activities in this area. Thanks to this, the canton ranks among the top positions in the country's Social Progress Index.

Milk brings food to many Costa ricans

In the Northern Zone alone, more than 5,000 families benefit directly or indirectly from milk production, making this activity the largest source of employment in the canton. In the Northern Zone alone, there are 3 milk powder plants and 1 cheese plant.

There are many types of milk

In recent years, plant-based drinks have become very popular. But a large part of the population continues to consume cow's milk. This can be whole, skimmed, semi-skimmed, or lactose-free. There is something for everyone! And the good thing is that all types maintain a high amount of vitamins and minerals.

Humans began consuming milk 11,000 years ago

Everything seems to indicate that milk consumption began in the Middle East 11,000 years ago, with the domestication of cattle. Our ancestors found milk to be an easy-to-obtain food with a very good taste.

Are you feeling the heat? Drink milk!

I'm not saying it: science says it. The healthy fats in milk help dissolve capsaicin, a compound that causes the characteristic spiciness of chili. So the next time you are burning from spicy food, you better drink a nice glass of milk.

Cows can produce between 20 and 70 liters per day... that's a lot of milk

The normal milk production of a cow is between 20 and 70 liters daily. To achieve this, they are milked 2 or 3 times per day.

So the next time you have a coffee with milk or a hot chocolate on a rainy afternoon, remember these curious facts. Enjoy!