They probably feature in most of your meals and snacks, and include milk, cheese and yogurt.
Animal milk and dairy products
It’s a good idea to choose those which are lower in fat. It will usually tell you this on the label, but in general, lower fat dairy options are:
- Semi-skimmed, skimmed, and 1% fat
- Reduced fat cheese (you could also try a stronger flavoured cheese, as you might use less of it)
- Lower fat or zero fat yogurts
- Reduced fat cream and sour cream
Some dairy products, like yogurt and cheese, can also be high in sugar and salt. It is a good idea to check the label and choose options which are lower.
Non-dairy alternative products
- Dairy substitutes and alternatives, such as soya, oat, nut or rice milks, often have added vitamins and minerals
- However, these can be high in sugar and salt, so it is helpful to check the label and choose those that are lower
- If choosing plant based dairy alternatives, look for products that are unsweetened and have added calcium (often called "fortified"). Most dairy alternative products which are organic are not calcium-fortified.
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