THE DIFFERENCES IN WHOLE MILK, LOW-FAT MILK, AND SKIM MILK

Do you get confused on which milk you should keep in the 'fridge for your family?  Do you know what the differences actually are?  Here is a breakdown of the three most popular milk types in calories and fat% per 8-ounce glass:

• Whole Milk = 150 calories, 49% fat Also contains riboflavin, phosphorus, vitamin B12.  Almost all milk is fortified with vitamins A and D.
• Low-Fat Milk 2% = 120 calories, 35% fat Also fortified with vitamins A and D and basically has the same other nutrients as whole milk.
• Low-Fat Milk 1 % = 100 calories, 23% fat Same benefits as 2%.
• Skim Milk = 85 calories, 4% fat.  Has about 55% of the calories of whole milk but does have the other nutritional benefits of whole milk.  Skim milk is very low in cholesterol.

You and your doctor are the ones who know your dietary needs.  Hopefully this information will help you when you make your milk purchases.

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