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Officials renewed calls for people not to drink raw milk last month. But farmers say that, if anything, this has had the opposite effect - and prompted a rush on their stores in the US. Among those purporting the benefits of raw milk was William Trebing from South Carolina, who claims to be a chiropractor (left), he alleged it could prevent a bird flu infection by boosting the immune system. California-based farmer Mark McAfee (bottom right) said raw milk was flying off the shelves amid renewed demand.

Alex O'Brien, a science writer and'semi-pro' poker player, has written a book about how learning and playing poker can improve your life and make us all more rounded individuals.