Most of us in our childhood were forced to drink milk every morning. The reason being, milk is good for the growth and strengthening of bones. Milk is a rich source of calcium and of course, children should drink it at least twice in a day. However, can milk consumption daily hamper weight loss goals and add to the total calorie intake in adults? Let's take a look. National Milk Day 2019: Should You Drink Milk On An Empty Stomach? All Your Queries about the Best Time to Consume Dairy Answered.

Athletes drink a glass of milk after their intense training as it helps avoid muscle soreness and is good for recovery. Drinking of milk depends upon your body type and goals. People who are lactose intolerant have no other option but to skip milk. They will have to derive calcium from spinach, kale, broccoli and almonds. Milk is in no way harmful, it is just that the time to drink it along with the quantity plays an important role. National Milk Day 2019: Cow Milk Vs Buffalo Milk- Which one is Better?

Does Drinking Milk Every Day Cause Weight Gain?

A cup of milk contains around 150 calories and is also high in lactose. Also, milk is a bit high in saturated fat. However, milk contains various vitamins and minerals. Even if you are on weight loss, you should include a glass of milk every day as it is important to keep the bones and teeth strong. Weight loss also depends upon exercising, therefore, a glass of milk would not let the overall calorie exceed compared to the amount the body burns during the workout. For adults, milk can be taken after a workout or best at night time before sleeping, which aids in good sleep. Drinking milk before going to bed leads to less craving the next day.

Milk highly contains tryptophan, which supports muscle growth. However, be sure to use toned milk or simple cow milk as they contain less amount of fat. Also, do not add refined sugar to your glass of milk as it will deteriorate the nutritional value. In the end, weight loss depends upon an overall good diet and a proper workout plan, and therefore, a plain glass of milk shouldn't cause any harm.

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