Does Skim Milk Contain More Sugar? - The Bone Clinic

Does skim milk contain more sugar?

One of the most common reasons dietitians find people ditch skim milk for full cream milk is that they have heard that skim milk contains more sugar. While it’s true, the extra sugar is minimal. I’ll explain….

When you remove the fat, it means that the other components of the milk will be higher in content. There will be slightly more carbohydrate, protein, sugar and calcium. It is also important to remember the ‘sugar’ in milk is not ‘added’ sugar. It is a natural, low glycaemic index sugar, called lactose. Sugar is not added to plain skim milk. Below is a comparison of Dairy Farmers full cream milk and skim milk products per 100ml.

Component per 100mL	Full-fat milk	Skim milk
Energy, kJ	266	147
Protein, g	3.4	3.5
Fat -total , g	3.4	0.1
Fat – Saturated, g	2.3	0.1
Carbohydrate, g	4.8	4.9
Sugars, g	4.8	4.9
Sodium, mg	44	45
Calcium, mg	128	132

As you can see, there is 4.8g of sugar in 100ml of full cream milk compared to 4.9g in 100ml of skim. Hardly worth the worry! However, there are more calories in full cream milk due tot the fat: 1 cup has 665kJ compared to 368kJ in skim milk. Although some fat assists the absorption of fat-soluble nutrients such as A, D, E and K and can make us feel more satisfied, drinking large amounts of full cream milk may add to your waist line.

The consensus? If you are happy with your weight and your cholesterol is fine, full cream milk is no problem. If your cholesterol is high or you are trying to lose weight, it might be worth the swap to reduced fat products. All milk is rich in nutrients such as calcium, protein, potassium, riboflavin, B12, vitamin D and A to name a few! Choose the milk that suits your goals, preferences and overall food pattern.

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Since graduating with a Bachelor in Nutrition Science and Dietetics in 2019 from Queensland University of Technology, I have assisted people with a wide range of dietary goals; from chronic disease and weight management through to nutrition for older adults with bone health concerns.   Living with chronic disease myself, I understand the physical and biological aspects of compromised health as well as the mental and emotional aspects that often come with it. That insight allows me to support people with chronic disease from a place of understanding and free of judgement. Together we create clear plans to reach goals that are not only supported by evidence but are practical for lifestyles.   The reason I choose to work at The Bone Clinic is the team’s genuine and caring approach to healthcare. In addition to being at the forefront of research, the whole team is genuinely dedicated to helping each client reach their goals. You are never treated like a number here!  X Subscribe to TBC news

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Katy English

I began working at The Bone Clinic in July 2015 having graduated with honours in Clinical Exercise Physiology from QUT. As a mature-aged graduate, with a longstanding interest in health and wellness and passion for evidence-based practice, The Bone Clinic was a perfect match for me. My approach to exercise prescription is strongly influenced by the study of biomechanics – in particular, the influence that physical forces have on our bodies at the cellular level and the power of mechanotransduction in shaping our bodies. While the science may be complex, I promote natural human movement using simple methods that increase body awareness and improve movement patterns. Healthy ageing and natural movement is my passion and I love coaching people in how to move well and develop strength, power, and mobility. I have a particular interest in pelvic floor health and I am passionate about integrating pelvic and musculoskeletal health.

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