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    Is skim milk better for you than whole milk?
    Claudia Carberry, RD, MS
    Registered Dietitian
    Claudia Carberry is a Registered Dietitian based in Little Rock, Arkansas. Claudia specializes in kidney transplants and counseling patients for weight loss. She works at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences center, and has been working there since 2015. Before her current role, she worked as a Clinical Nutrition Manager at Jefferson Regional Medical Center. She is a member of the Arkansas Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Claudia received her MS in Nutrition from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, where she completed her 1200 hour dietetic internship. She received a BS in Nutrition Sciences from Southeast Missouri State University.
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    Skim milk is fat-free whereas whole milk contains a significant amount of saturated fat. This type of fat has been linked to chronic heart disease.
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    What is the percentage of fat in whole milk?
    Claudia Carberry, RD, MS
    Registered Dietitian
    Claudia Carberry is a Registered Dietitian based in Little Rock, Arkansas. Claudia specializes in kidney transplants and counseling patients for weight loss. She works at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences center, and has been working there since 2015. Before her current role, she worked as a Clinical Nutrition Manager at Jefferson Regional Medical Center. She is a member of the Arkansas Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Claudia received her MS in Nutrition from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, where she completed her 1200 hour dietetic internship. She received a BS in Nutrition Sciences from Southeast Missouri State University.
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    Whole milk contains 3.25% fat. There are 8 grams of fat per 8 ounces of whole milk.
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    Jennifer Lease, RD, CDN
    Registered Dietitian & Trained Chef
    Jennifer Lease is a Registered Dietitian and Trained Chef based in Denver, Colorado. With nine years of experience in the food and nutrition fields, she specializes in a plant-forward approach to applying nutrition information to cooking. Jennifer holds a BS in Dietetics and a Dietetic Internship Certificate from The University of Delaware. She also received her professional chef training from The Natural Gourmet Institute for Health and Culinary Arts.
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    It is ok, since milk can provide lots of calcium and vitamin D. However, you don't need to drink it everyday, since these nutrients can be found in many other foods.
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    Why shouldn’t adults drink milk?
    wikiHow Staff Editor
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    This answer was written by one of our trained team of researchers who validated it for accuracy and comprehensiveness.
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    In general, there’s no reason adults shouldn’t drink milk. While you don’t necessarily need it, it can still be a healthy choice for adults, since it’s rich in protein and calcium. However, some adults have trouble digesting milk properly. If you’re lactose intolerant or have dairy allergies, you can still get similar benefits from non-dairy alternatives, like soy or almond milk.
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    Is it good to drink milk every day?
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    It depends on a lot of factors, like your age, sex, and overall health. But most adults can benefit from getting about 3 servings of dairy foods—including milk, yogurt, and cheese—every day. Ask your doctor or a dietitian how much dairy you should incorporate into your diet.
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    How can I make my milk healthier?
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    Milk is already a nutritious and healthy drink if you take it in moderation and don’t have any dairy allergies or sensitivities. Most doctors recommend drinking skim or reduced-fat milk if you’re an adult. Stay away from sweetened or flavored milk to avoid added sugars. If you can’t tolerate dairy products, you can still get a lot of the benefits of milk from dairy free alternatives, such as soy or almond milk.
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    If I eat cereal with milk at night, will it lead to weight gain?
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    Not if you are a moderately active adult and you only consume roughly 2000 calories per day. A bowl of cereal and milk is a meal. You can have it for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, but not as well as breakfast lunch and dinner! Aim to eat a balanced diet with a range of healthy food including fresh vegetables and fruits.
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    Does it matter if the milk is warm or cold?
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    No, it does not matter. Some people like to drink their milk cold, while other people prefer to drink their milk warm.
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    Can I exercise after having milk?
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    You should wait about 25 minutes to exercise after drinking milk. If you don't wait until the milk is digested, it will move and lurch in your stomach, causing discomfort and pain.
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    Is it good to drink milk at night?
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    Milk can be drunk at anytime of the day.
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    Is it okay to drink milk in the morning and at night too?
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    Yes, morning milk helps with digestion throughout the day, and at night helps to sleep.
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    Can I eat dinner two hours after drinking milk?
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    Yes, and you can drink milk with meals, too.
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    When is the best time to drink milk?
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    Mornings are always the best time of the day to drink milk, as it will give you a boost of energy. Make sure that it does not contain anything sugary, such as sweet cereal or cocoa. If you wish to drink milk in the evening, make sure to drink it 3 hours before going to sleep.
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    Can I drink cold chocolate milk?
    HumanBeing
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    Yes. Any product manufactured to be enjoyed cold that has not exceeded its sell by or use by date is safe for consumption, provided the consumer has no known allergies to the ingredients.
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    Should I drink milk before I go to sleep to improve my health?
    Community Answer
    Drinking milk before going to bed is actually harmful to your teeth unless you brush them afterwards.
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    Will drinking milk on an empty stomach in the morning lead to weight gain?
    Community Answer
    No, but drinking too many calories can cause weight gain unless you're burning those calories off via exercise.
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    Can I drink milk after exercise?
    Community Answer
    If that's what you want to drink, sure.
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    I consume a glass of milk in the morning, a glass in the evening and a glass in the night as well. Is this okay?
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    It's okay if your body doesn't seem to suffer for it (if you don't have any digestive issues or weight problems). As an adult, water is really the best beverage you can consume, so you may want to consume replacing one or two of your glasses of milk with water.
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    Is that good or bad to have milk without adding water?
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    Adding water to milk dilutes the nutrients in milk, so in general it is better not to add water. However, if adding water helps you to tolerate milk in the short term, then that's fine.
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    What happening if I drink milk and go to bed?
    Clari Chrysilla
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    The best time to drink milk is early in the morning on an empty stomach (after drinking some water), and in the evening (3 hours before going to bed). If you drink milk at night, chances are you will gain weight, as your body is not burning those calories. It is also not good for your teeth.
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    Should I drink milk standing or sitting.
    Community Answer
    It makes no difference at all.
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    Will milk help me gain weight?
    Community Answer
    Any extra calories added to your diet will help you gain weight, whether it's from milk or other things.
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    Does milk make my nails grow?
    Community Answer
    No, but it can make your nails stronger and healthier.
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    Can milk whiten skin?
    Community Answer
    No, it cannot affect the pigments of your skin tone.
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    Will low-fat milk help me lose weight?
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    Not necessarily. While drinking non-fat and low-fat milk provides you with essential nutrients, such as calcium, drinking too much of it can cause you to exceed your daily calorie goal and gain weight.
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    Is it good for me to drink milk with sugar?
    Community Answer
    No, adding sugar to milk is not a healthy option.
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    Can I add anything to my milk to improve the taste?
    Community Answer
    Yes, you can add a flavored syrup.
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    Will milk help my kidneys function better?
    Community Answer
    No, milk will not improve your kidney function.
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    Will drinking milk with sugar increase my weight?
    Community Answer
    Yes, it will.
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    I can't put a lot of weight on my arms without them shaking. Is this because I don't drink milk?
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    No. This is most likely because you just don't have a lot of muscle strength in your arms, which could be corrected with regular weight lifting.
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