In the U.S. it is recommended that children consume whole cow's milk (3.5% fat) from ages 1 to 2 years to support rapid early growth and brain development, and then at age 2 years transition to low-fat (1%) or non-fat milk to reduce saturated fat and calorie intake. To date, few studies have examined the optimal milk type for children to prevent obesity. This randomized controlled trial will evaluate the effect of consumption of whole versus 1% milk on child adiposity.
Obesity
In the U.S. it is recommended that children consume whole cow's milk (3.5% fat) from ages 1 to 2 years to support rapid early growth and brain development, and then at age 2 years transition to low-fat (1%) or non-fat milk to reduce saturated fat and calorie intake. To date, few studies have examined the optimal milk type for children to prevent obesity. This randomized controlled trial will evaluate the effect of consumption of whole versus 1% milk on child adiposity.
Milk-Tot Study: Impact of Whole Versus Low-fat Milk on Child Health
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Nutrition Policy Institute, University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources, Oakland, California, United States, 94607
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23 Months to 48 Months
ALL
Yes
University of California, Davis,
Lorrene Ritchie, PhD, PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR, Nutrition Policy Institute
2028-06-30