Dairy products have long become the object of disputes among nutritionists. Some argue that they can cause inflammation in the body, while others indicate their health benefits.

As with many other nutrition issues, the answers are not always clear. Eatthis publication. COM explains whether dairy products are really able to cause inflammation, or is it only one of the many myths.

Before finding out whether dairy products can be the cause of inflammation, it is important to understand what inflammation is.

Inflammation is a natural reaction of the body to damage or threat. There are two main types of inflammation: chronic and acute. Acute inflammation occurs when you injure part of the body. It is usually localized and disappears after damage or infection disappears.

Chronic inflammation can remain in the body for a long time. It can be caused by various factors such as smoking, obesity, malnutrition or the presence of autoimmune diseases or chronic infections. Chronic inflammation can increase the risk of developing certain types of cancer and diabetes.

Products that contribute to inflammation often contain a large number of refined carbohydrates, sugar, saturated and trans fats, but poor omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants and fiber.