5 Dairy Products That Can Affect Your Heart

Written by: Deepa Sarkar Reviewed by: Dr. Swati Mishra

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Processed Cheese

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Sweetened Condensed Milk

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Full-Fat Dairy

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Ice Cream

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Flavored Yogurt

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