From Mesopotamia to Mesoamerica, from the ancient Egyptians to the Arizona food co-op, humans and cattle have fed and provided for each other for millennia. Prior to the industrial revolution, people either milked their own cows or traded for fresh milk from others. Milk didn’t travel very far and was ingested relatively quickly, so there wasn’t a need to cook it before gulping it down. Today, however, unpasteurized dairy has a very questionable and polarizing reputation. Some swear raw milks, cheeses, and butters are the secret to perfect health, while others have made sure it’s against the law to sell. So how did au naturel dairy become so taboo? And is it the right choice for you? We present both sides of the debate so you can draw your own conclusion.