Are all dairy foods qualified to include in a weight loss diet?
A. No. While all dairy foods are a good source of calcium and protein, not all products contribute as well to weight loss as others. Dairy foods with higher fat content may be counter productive when you are watching your weight. Stick with low-fat and fat-free dairy to keep fat intact low while consuming at least three 8-ounce servings per day. As well, some dairy foods are higher in calcium than others. Calcium is the key nutrient, along with protein, in creating the fat burning process in your body that research indicates is the trigger to losing weight. Strive to get at least of 600 mg of calcium from 24 ounces of dairy everyday, plus watch the fat content and look for protein levels of 5 grams or higher.
