Summary
New dietary guidelines are expected to change the long-standing advice against consuming whole milk and other full-fat dairy products. Research suggests that saturated fat in dairy may not increase heart disease risk as previously thought. Recent studies indicate that full-fat dairy might have health benefits when included in a balanced diet.
Key Facts
- The U.S. government plans to update dietary guidelines concerning whole milk and full-fat dairy products.
- Previous guidelines recommended low-fat dairy to reduce saturated fat intake over heart disease concerns.
- Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy aims to give whole milk, cheese, and yogurt more prominence.
- Some recent studies show full-fat dairy does not necessarily increase heart disease risk.
- Research suggests full-fat dairy might have some health benefits over low-fat options.
- A study reported that whole milk could improve "good" cholesterol levels compared to skim milk.
- Experts argue that more rigorous research is needed to compare the health effects of different dairy fat contents.
