Not including dairy in the diets of lactose-intolerant people is definitely a necessity. But for those who can tolerate dairy and lactose, ditching them in a diet may not be such a bad thing.
Dairy products such as milk and cheese are loaded with protein, an important nutrient which helps build stronger muscles. So if dairy products contain such an essential nutrient, why are people trying to quit consuming dairy?
The reason is because cutting out dairy products has helped some people shed a few pounds. In fact, Body Rock reported that it has become the new diet trend after "Keeping Up With the Kardashians" star, Khloe Kardashian, announced to the world last year that she lost 11 pounds by simply "not eating dairy."
Following a dairy-free diet brings with it a number of wonderful benefits aside from weight loss. According to Shape, these benefits include clearer and smoother skin, less bloating, clearer sinus and increased energy.
Unfortunately, not all weight loss enthusiasts are convinced that ditching dairy will give long-lasting results. As mentioned in Women's Health, an International Journal of Obesity review showed that people who ate and drank dairy who were following a low-calorie diet lost a total of 1.6 pounds more from fat than those who were consuming low-dairy diets.
Dr. Danielle Starin, the director of Nutrition at Nutritionix, said that dairy is packed with protein, calcium, magnesium, healthy fat and vitamins D, B6 and B12, which help keep a person full for a longer period of time. This, in turn, helps in managing diets, as it keeps one from binging on snacks or overeating.
Keep in mind though that people's bodies function differently, so what works for somebody may not work for another person. However, it is best to consult a doctor or a nutritionist to learn the best diet options best suited for you before you go to one.
