Does Drinking Milk Actually Lead To Autism?
Is this study legit?
Many would contest it. First of all, it was published in 2002, so it may no longer be relevant. Second, the sample size is remarkably small—how can twenty children determine if milk leads to autism? There is also the possibility that the campaign is just riding on the popularity of restrictive diets. For example, gluten-free diets are all the rage because we were apparently never supposed to be eating gluten, dairy-free diets are popular because they can clear up your skin, etc. etc.
PETA first launched the campaign in 2008, but took down many of the advertisements due to complaints of portraying autism in an offensive and insensitive manner. Now, they're facing outrage from dairy farmers and autism groups alike. While this theory is more valid than many of the autism theories out there, there would have to be more evidence for anyone to act upon it.
What do you think? Are these claims completely bogus? Post your comments below.
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