There are many different types of “milk” on the market today – it is easy to get confused as to which one might be the best choice. Our Weight Loss Surgery (WLS) patients ask me all the time: “What type of milk should I use?” Keep in mind, just because it says milk on the label, does not mean it has the same nutrition (calories, fat, protein or other vitamins or minerals) as cow’s milk. WLS patients need high protein, high nutrient, and low calorie foods to make sure they meet their daily protein goal, get in as much nutritional value as possible and promote weight loss or weight maintenance. Below is a brief overview of cow’s milk and many popular milk alternatives and some of the pros and cons of each. Read more…