Neha Gupta Neha Gupta Asked 9 months ago

Is dairy good for weight loss?

I'm trying to lose weight and want to know if dairy products can actually help. I hear about calcium being good, but also about fats. Is dairy beneficial for weight loss, or should I limit it?

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Rohan Mehra Rohan Mehra Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago
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Dairy is excellent for weight loss if you're smart about it. High-protein options like low-fat paneer and curd keep you full for hours, preventing unnecessary snacking. Just stay away from butter and cheese, and you'll see great results.

Nisha Grewal Nisha Grewal Joined Mar 2026 8 months ago

If you are struggling with weight, please get your thyroid panel and HbA1c tested first. Sometimes dairy can cause bloating if you have thyroid issues, so regular doctor check-ups are key to seeing what diet actually fits your metabolism.

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Snehal Patil Snehal Patil Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Actually, you don't need to quit dairy at all, yaar. I lost 5 kgs recently and I was having home curd with my lunch daily. Just control the portion size and avoid sweet lassi or full-cream milk, simple as that!

Sanjay Solanki Sanjay Solanki Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

Look, there is no magic food for weight loss. Milk and curd are good home foods, but if you eat heavy parathas with loads of butter and call it a 'dairy diet', you won't lose weight. Keep it simple, eat clean, and stay active.

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Sarojini Naidu Sarojini Naidu Joined May 2026 6 months ago

From my experience of helping many people in this community, dairy is your friend. Buttermilk is a fantastic low-calorie drink that cools the stomach and keeps hunger away. Don't starve yourself, just eat sensible portions of home-cooked food.

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