Expert: Ads touting dairy for weight loss are misleading

Experts say that ads touting milk and other dairy products as weight-loss aids are misleading. Researchers reviewed 49 clinical trials on the effects of dairy and calcium on weight loss. Of those studies, 41 showed no effect, one showed an increase in weight, and only five suggested these products may contribute to weight loss efforts. Experts say the key may be that people who are trying to lose fat take steps to eat healthy foods, including dairy.

(Reuters) UPDATED 05/14/2008
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