Whole Milk vs Low-Fat Milk: Which Has Fewer Calories?
Whole Milk
per 240ml
Low-Fat Milk
per 240ml
Quick Summary
Low-fat milk has 33% fewer calories with the same protein - ideal for weight loss.
Low-fat milk has 33% fewer calories with identical protein and lower fat
Nutrition Comparison
| Whole Milk 240ml | Low-Fat Milk 240ml | |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 150 | 100 ✓ |
| Protein | 8g | 8g |
| Carbs | 12g | 12g |
| Fat | 8g | 2.5g ✓ |
| Fiber | 0g | 0g |
Detailed Comparison
Low-fat milk has 100 calories per 240ml while whole milk has 150 - a 50 calorie or 33% difference. Importantly, both provide the same 8g of protein. The difference comes from fat: whole milk has 8g while low-fat has only 2.5g. For weight loss or high cholesterol, low-fat milk is the better choice. However, children under 2 may need the fat from whole milk for brain development.
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Scan with GinFitFrequently Asked Questions
Who should drink low-fat milk?
Good for weight loss, high cholesterol, pregnant women, and seniors. You get the same protein and calcium as whole milk but with fewer calories and less fat.
What milk should children drink?
Children under 2 should drink whole milk as they need the fat for brain development. Older children can switch to low-fat milk.
How many glasses of milk per day?
1-2 glasses daily (240-480ml) is recommended for adequate calcium and protein intake.