AP BIOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -The 2015–2020 edition of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans continues to specifically recommend the consumption of low-fat and fat-free dairy as part of a healthy eating pattern to reduce the risks of metabolic syndrome, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and obesity.

Detailed explanation-2: -The type of fat matters An important reason why you can’t eat full-fat dairy with abandon is that-unlike the so-called healthy monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats found in olive oil, oily fish, and nuts-dairy products primarily contain saturated fat, which can contribute to heart disease risk.

Detailed explanation-3: -What we’ve seen in the research is that a high-fat diet can help people feel less hungry, and may be beneficial for heart health. With a high-fat, low-carb diet, you normally see a decrease in triglycerides, lower blood pressure and weight loss – all linked to better heart health.

Detailed explanation-4: -How Much Dairy is Needed? MyPlate recommends eating between 2 and 3 cups of milk or milk products every day, depending on your age, gender, and level of physical activity (Table 1). For more information, visit www.choosemyplate.gov.