the small differences in brand, does it matter in the long run of weight loss? in fact, i was comparing full cream and 99% skim milk 3 litre the other day, and i realize the fat content differs by about 10 gram only. sure, on percentage low fat may have a 100% reduction of fat, but at the end of the day thats only 10 gram per 3L ie. about 3 gram per litre. I think if u really want to get rid of 10g of fat from your 1 week of diet, then just skip 1 piece of roti canai - i think that 1 piece have more fatty oil than 3L of milk!

Of course there's a psychological element to it, people think "drink low fat means less fat" and that makes them feel better, i think that psychological factor is beneficial. it goes straight to the point ie. Why do you wanna lose weight? so you can look good and be healthier which means overall, you feel better about yourself.

So at the end of the day, these small things doesnt matter. What matter most is the basic principle of weight lose: eat less, exercise more. other things are just to small to make a difference to the overall weight lose progress, so my advise is dont worry about the brand of your milk

It's down to taste preference and price.

The difference in nutrition is almost negligible.

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Added on January 13, 2011, 11:02 amBtw I'd go for fresh milk instead of skim milk.