Q: Are you recommending a dairy diet plan? A: We are not recommending one specific diet plan but are providing you with the latest scientific information on dairy calcium and weight management. There is no one size fits all diet for everyone. The best advice on which diet to follow is provided from your doctor, they know your health history best. Research suggests that it is not a good idea to cut dairy from your diet.
Q: Do I need to choose low-fat or reduced-fat dairy to lose weight? A: Choosing lower fat dairy products always makes sense when trying to restrict kilojoules and fat while dieting. The research conducted with dairy did not limit dairy’s effects to just low-fat or reduced-fat dairy foods. Most lower fat dairy products contain about the same amount of calcium and protein as the full-fat dairy varieties, but with fewer kilojoules. When trying to lose weight, it is important to limit the amount of kilojoules and fat in your diet. In the end, kilojoules count.