Milk is one of the most consumed products at breakfast time, whether with some type of soluble cocoa, with coffee or there are even those who prefer it alone. Dairy products are a great source of proteins, vitamins and minerals and despite the widespread belief that it is advisable for adults to drink milk, the truth is that it is recommended that they do so.
When purchasing these dairy products, in supermarkets and stores we can find different types: whole, semi-skimmed or skimmed. Not to mention those enriched with calcium. So in general, skimmed foods are thought to be healthier, since they have fewer calories than whole foods. However, this does not mean that this is the best option.
Is it true that skimmed milk is better?
María de los Ángeles García, better known as Boticaria García, has explained on her Instagram account the main characteristics of these two types of milk. This doctor of Pharmacy and nutritionist points out that “traditionally” full-fat dairy products have been considered less healthy because they have saturated fats, but it has been shown that not all fats are the same, especially those in milk, “which are not as bad as we thought.” », he points out.
Another factor that also usually influences when choosing skimmed milk is calories. Whole milk usually contains more, so it is thought that it is also more fattening. Those who want to take care of their shape usually pay close attention to this number, but doing so can be counterproductive: “The fat in dairy products has a satiating effect that we lose with skimmed milk.” This can cause us to eat more by not feeling so full.
Another difference can be found in the flavor, which is less “tasty”, so there are people who tend to add sugar or accompany it with other foods “to compensate.” In addition, it can also increase the number of glasses consumed per day, reaching the same calories as if we drank it whole.
Boticaria García points out that in nutrition nothing “is black or white” and everything will depend “on the goal that person has with the diet or the rest of the foods they consume throughout the day.” Therefore, it is advisable to be clear about these differences before choosing a specific type.
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