Dairy products: To consume or not?

jess_steich7
jess_steich7 Posts: 58
edited September 28 in Health and Weight Loss
Hi everyone,

Recently, I have heard some contradicting information about dairy products. I've heard that if you cut it out of your diet it will aid in fat loss. But I've been told that a small portion of fat free milk as a part of the diet can aid in fat loss as well. Not to mention, I know there are some people that drink low fat chocolate milk as a recovery drink after working out (which is what I have recently started doing). What is your opinion on this topic? I love milk and have drank it all my life and can't really imagine cutting it out of my diet. I don't have much of it during the day just as a part of breakfast and for my recovery drink. Maybe I should limit it during the week instead of having it every day?

If anyone has any personal experience or has any information on this I'd appreciate your help :)

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  • CoachMaritova
    CoachMaritova Posts: 409 Member
    I don't do dairy. I have even heard that "fat free" or skim milk can make you gain weight or keep you from losing. Maybe try switching to something different like almond milk, rice milk, or flax milk for a week or two and see if you notice any difference.
  • snakegoddess_3
    snakegoddess_3 Posts: 83
    This is my opinion, if you like it keep it in your diet just make sure you have the calories for it. Remember you don't want to cut everything you love out or else your going to have a hard time. I say a little can't hurt, it's not like your drinking a gallon a day. There is a lot to be said on moderation and I think you have that under control
  • MissRose888
    MissRose888 Posts: 98 Member
    I would totally disagree with not having dairy. It's a part of a well balanced diet and studies have shown that dairy such as milk, consumed after a workout, is actually good for you and helps replenish and recover your body. Don't cut it out completely! :)
  • taso42_DELETED
    taso42_DELETED Posts: 3,394 Member
    I love milk and have drank it all my life and can't really imagine cutting it out of my diet. I don't have much of it during the day just as a part of breakfast and for my recovery drink.

    Based on that i would keep it. There will always be someone who tells you that you should cut out something. If it fits in your overall nutrition goals for the day, then go for it.
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