More than just tasting good, together, low-fat and fat-free milk, cheese, and yogurt provide a unique combination of nutrients. Research shows dairy foods, when consumed as part of a healthy diet, improve overall diet quality and may help to reduce the risk of osteoporosis, hypertension, obesity, colon cancer, and metabolic syndrome, a cluster of conditions that can lead to heart disease and type 2 diabetes.
This kit offers a variety of educational materials and resources on dairy’s various health benefits for people of all ages, and easy ways for people to incorporate three servings into their diets every day.