Can drinking milk in a copper vessel be fatal? Doctor admits half truth

You must have often heard many suggestions related to when to drink milk and how much to drink. But the type of glass in which milk should be drunk is also important. A claim related to this has been made in a video. In this, it is advised not to drink milk in copper glass. There is a possibility of death if this is done. But this claim cannot be considered correct. An investigation should be done for this. Vigilant fact check team has taken up the responsibility of this. The team has tried to know the truth by talking to the doctor. In this attempt, the doctor has not accepted the claim as completely true. The doctor has called it a myth and advised caution. Therefore this claim will be considered half truth.

Can death occur?

In the video, the question has been asked that drinking milk from which vessel kills a person? In response to this, options of silver, copper, brass and gold have been given. Then copper is chosen as the correct answer. But Dr. Manindra, Consultant and HOD of Critical Care Department, Gleneagles Hospital, Lakdi Ka Pul, Hyderabad. This claim is not considered to be completely true.

is a myth but

Doctors consider this claim to be a myth but suggest caution and also explain the reason behind it. he/she says that under normal circumstances drinking milk in a copper vessel is not fatal. However, copper can definitely react with the acidic components of milk. Especially if the milk is slightly sour or has been stored in a copper vessel for an excessive period of time. Due to this reaction copper ions may be released in the milk. This may cause gastrointestinal problems, nausea or vomiting.

Liver damage due to toxicity

Direct exposure to copper or prolonged exposure to milk can release toxicity. It can also damage liver and kidney function. If copper poisoning is not treated, it can lead to many dangerous health issues. However, drinking milk kept in a copper vessel once is less likely to cause such problems.

what was the result

Vigilant Fact Check team has found this claim to be half truth in its investigation.Because it is a myth but still there is a possibility of problems due to it. Doctors say to stay safe, avoid keeping milk in copper vessels.