Best avoided Dairy

Sweetened condensed milk

Written by the VitaWhat editorial team · Medically reviewed by Steve Davis · Last reviewed 19 July 2026 · Editorial policy

Cow's milk with lots of added sugar and water removed — a treat, not a drink.

Pros

  • Rich flavour for desserts

Cons

  • Very high in sugar and calories
  • Not a substitute for milk
  • Best kept to occasional use

Sources & references

  1. British Dietetic Association — Milk alternatives
  2. Harvard T.H. Chan Nutrition Source

Related entries

Cow's milk (semi-skimmed)Cow's milk (skimmed)Cow's milk (whole)Flavoured / chocolate milkGoat's milkAlmond milk (fortified)
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