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Dietitian Corner: LOW VS FULL FAT DAIRY PRODUCTS

A walk down the dairy aisle brings plenty years, guidance often favored low-fat or fat- people watching their calorie or saturated fat
of choices, from whole milk and full-fat free dairy to help limit saturated fat, which intake. Full-fat dairy can be satisfying and
yogurt to skim milk and low-fat cheese. So can raise LDL (“bad”) cholesterol levels. may help you feel full longer. Both can be
how do you decide? Lowering saturated fat intake may reduce the part of a healthy, balanced diet when enjoyed

The main di erence is the amount of fat risk of heart disease. in moderation.
and calories. Full-fat dairy (like whole milk) However, more recent research reviewed by Source:
contains more saturated fat and usually more Registered Dietitians shows that dairy fat https://www.npr.org/sections/shots-health-

calories per serving. Low-fat and fat-free may not a ect heart health the same way as news/2025/09/08/nx-s1-5528747/what-
options have some or all of the fat removed, saturated fat from processed meats or fried kind-of-dairy-does-a-body-good-science-is-
which lowers the calorie content. foods. That means full-fat dairy can still fi t updating-the-answer
into a balanced eating pattern for some
No matter which type you choose, dairy
foods can provide important nutrients like people, especially when eaten in moderation. https://www.health.harvard.edu/staying-
calcium, vitamin D, potassium, and protein. So which should you choose? It depends on healthy/is-low-fat-or-full-fat-the-better-choice-
These nutrients help support strong bones, your personal health needs, calorie goals, and for-dairy-products
muscle function, and overall health. For preferences. Low-fat dairy may be helpful for

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• DASH Diet Basics for Heart Health

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