Raw Milk Debate Intensifies Amid Health Concerns and Political Endorsements
Marjorie Taylor Greene's promotion of raw milk sparks controversy as health experts warn of significant risks associated with its consumption.
- Raw milk consumption is rising in the U.S., with sales up 65% this year, despite health warnings from the CDC and FDA.
- Health agencies warn raw milk can carry pathogens like E. coli, salmonella, and listeria, which can cause severe illnesses and even death.
- Marjorie Taylor Greene's endorsement of raw milk on social media has been met with criticism and fact-checking due to its associated health risks.
- The raw milk debate highlights broader issues of distrust in government and public health institutions, reminiscent of COVID-19 communication challenges.
- Laws regarding raw milk sales vary across states, with some allowing sales directly from farms or through herd-sharing arrangements.