What would we do without milk? Not only is it an excellent source of vitamins, minerals and calcium, its pretty darn tasty too! Here are some amazing benefits of milk that might convince you to drink more of the good stuff each day!

1. Good For Complexion

Cleopatra knew what she was doing when she took baths in milk. We’re not saying you need to fill a tub with milk and relax, but drinking at least two glasses per day helps to keep your skin supple, soft, and glowing.

2. Strong Teeth

The high-calcium content in milk helps prevent cavities and tooth decay. And the best way is to drink milk that is fortified with vitamin D as it helps the body to better absorb all that calcium.

3. Healthy Bones

Kids need milk to increase bone health and achieve proper growth, but adults can also benefit from drinking more milk to keep their bones strong and reduce the risk of developing osteoporosis.

4. Muscle Growth

There's a reason why athletes drink milk following a workout, as it provides the body essential nutrients needed to recover while also improving muscle growth.  In addition, milk can also help to prevent muscles soreness and replenishes the fluids that were lost during physical activity.

5. Helps With Weight Loss

Studies have proven that women who drink milk daily are more likely to lose weight than women who do not drink milk. Try pouring yourself a glass during dinner or when eating fruit.

6. Reduces Stress

The vitamins and minerals in milk work great as a stress reliever by relieving muscle tension and soothing your nerves.

7. Alleviate PMS Symptoms

Milk has been proven to relax the body and reduce the negative effects that women experience during their menstrual cycle.

8. Energy Booster

If you need a little pick-me-up, just reach for an ice cold glass of milk and you will feel revitalized in no time.

9. Reduces Heartburn

The cooling sensation and the thick consistency of milk will help to coat the esophagus and stomach lining to prevent heartburn.

10. Prevents Disease

Studies has proven that milk can help to prevent many different diseases by lowering high blood pressure to reduce the risk of strokes, reduce the production of cholesterol by your liver, and even improve eyesight. Some researchers even think that milk can reduce the risk of developing certain forms of cancer.

And it doesn't really matter if you prefer skim milk, low fat milk, 2% or whole milk. All will provide the same benefits, just with different levels of fat and calories.