"Concerned that milk might bind to the antioxidant compounds in one or more of these beverages, Richelle's group investigated whether adding dairy would compromise a drink's antioxidant potency. The scientists mixed in enough milk to equal 10 percent of the volume for the brews and a full 66 percent of the volume for cocoa. To their surprise, they found no change in any of the drinks' LDL protection." Caffeinefree coffee also offered the same LDL protection in these test-tube studies.
Isn't this great stuff? The next time someone tries to sell you on the benefits of antioxidant supplements, reach for your cup o' java and tell them, thanks, but I'm already covered!!
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