He was a platinum blond and that may have had something to do with it. And yes, he regularly went barefoot in the snow while doing farm work.
Could also be the blood type of individuals who are allergic to milk.
http://www.webmd.com/diet/eat-right-for-your-type
I can take “Lactose Free” regular milk. Otherwise, cow’s milk gives me hemmoriods. A real pain....