When Should Kids Switch to Skim Milk?
I know that at some point kids should drink skim milk as part of a low-fat diet. But what’s the right age to switch kids from whole milk to skim milk? – Sheila Breast milk is the food of choice for at least the first year or beyond. Cow’s milk should be avoided until after a child is 1 year old. Kids younger than 2, though, shouldn’t have reduced-fat milk. Babies need fat in their diets for a variety of reasons, including neurological development. Kids should drink whole milk from ages 1 to 2 years; then, if their growth is steady, it’s safe to switch to low-fat or skim milk. Talk to your doctor if you have any concerns about your child’s growth or nutritional needs. For more information, check out these articles: Calcium and Your Child Feeding Your 1- to 2-Year-Old Does Skim Milk Provide the Same Nutrients as Whole Milk? Milk Allergy in Infants Reviewed by: Larissa Hirsch, MD Date reviewed: January 2007 Have a question? Email us. Although we can’t reply personally, you may see your qu
