Does Milk Cause Phlegm?

[x]   Tags: Health Myth, Milk, Milk Phlegm, Milk Cause Phlegm, Phlegm Dairy, Milk Mucus, Milk Congestion, Mucus Infection

[x]   Transcript: Colds arent fun. Neither are sinus infections. So, does this mean that a grilled cheese sandwich will make your stuffed nose even more clogged? Not exactly. It was once thought that milk and other dairy products CAUSED phlegm. But, we know better now! Milk does NOT CAUSE phlegm. But It DOES thicken mucus thats already present. The fat content in dairy products can make mucus feel more sticky, which has the effect of making a person feel even more congested. For most people with respiratory issues, doctors will advise refraining from dairy if theres an active infection in the lungs or airways, since thicker mucus makes breathing more difficult and can aggravate a cough. Youve herd it before, and yes, its true: drinking plenty of water is your BEST bet thinning the mucus so that it can move more easily out of your system.

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Post-Doctorate in Public Health, University of Melbourne. Australian Defense Force Medical Officer.