Taking excess milk

 
The human body requires energy to function properly. This is obtained from the food we eat. In addition to energy, the food we eat also provides us with essential substances required by the body for growth, repair of injuries etc. Vitamins and minerals in food are essential for various body functions. All of these are available in a mixed balanced diet. Milk alone does not contain all the nutrients required by the body. It may provide you with the required amount of calories, but not of other nutrients. Another issue that may be faced by adults is that lactose intolerance increases with age. So you may not be able to digest the large quantities of milk that you will need to consume. Milk is good as part of your diet, but a diet consisting of only milk is sure to cause deficiency disorders in any person above the age of 6 months.