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American Council on Science and Health: What's the Story? The Role of Milk in Your Diet
What is Milk?



Milk* is a nutritious food. It is an excellent source of calcium, phosphorus, riboflavin, and vitamin D and a good source of protein, vitamin A, potassium, and several B vitamins. Milk and foods made from milk (yogurt and cheese) make up one of the five basic food groups included in the U.S. government's Food Guide Pyramid. The Pyramid calls for two to three servings from this group daily.

* All references to milk, unless otherwise designated, refer to cows' milk.



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