Press & Media Resources

Press & Media Resource Center

The Press & Media Resource Center is the one-stop shop for fact sheets, press releases and perspective on the latest dairy research. See below for information on child nutrition, Fuel Up to Play 60, dairy's nutrient-rich package, milk and sports nutrition and dairy’s health benefits.

General Information

NDC Web Resources Fact Sheet

Child Nutrition

Handouts and Fact Sheets

Executive Summary: Child Nutrition White Paper
Top Five Reasons to Raise Your Hand for Flavored Milk
Flavored Milk in Perspective
Cheese in Child Nutrition Programs Fact Sheet
Flavored Milk in Child Nutrition Programs Fact Sheet
"Huddle" Public Service Announcement (PSA)

Dairy Council Digests

"Misperceptions Regarding Dairy Foods: A Review of the Evidence" (January/February 2010)
"Child Nutrition: A Focus on Dairy Foods" (March/April 2009)

Press Releases

"Low-Fat and Fat-Free Milk Remain a Core Part of USDA’s School Meal Nutrition Standards" (January 26, 2012)
"The National Dairy Council® and The Quaker Oats Company Establish Partnership to Provide Nourishing Solutions for Children and Schools " (November 16, 2011)
"New Science Further Supports Dairy as Major Nutrient Contributor to American Diet" (June 9, 2010)
"New Studies Reinforce Importance of Diet Choices in Tackling Childhood Obesity" (December 1, 2009)
"Science Supports the Important Role of Milk, Including Flavored Milk, in Children's Nutrition" (November 13, 2009)
"New Study Finds Teens with Higher Dairy Intake Have Lower Body Fat" (February 6, 2009)

Fuel Up to Play 60

Handouts and Fact Sheets

Fuel Up to Play 60 Program Overview
Childhood Obesity Overview
What Makes Fuel Up to Play 60 Unique
What's Being Said About the Program
Fuel Up to Play 60 Quick Start Guide
Fuel Up to Play 60 Elements Overview

Videos

Fuel Up to Play 60 Introductory Video

Newsweek Executive Forum

Video: Newsweek's Child Obesity Forum Highlights
Fuel Up to Play 60/Newsweek Advertorials

Press Releases

Fuel Up to Play 60 National Competition Awards School for Leading the Way Towards a Healthier Generation (April 28, 2010)
"Fuel Up to Play 60 Delivers on First Lady's Platform to Combat Childhood Obesity" (February 9, 2010)
"USDA Joins National Dairy Council and NFL in a Public-Private Partnership to Improve Health and Wellness in America's Schools" (January 15, 2010)
"NFL National Dairy Council Take Aim at Childhood Obesity with Fuel Up to Play 60" (October 15, 2009)

Websites

Fuel Up to Play 60 Website
Fuel Up to Play 60 Media Resource Center

Dairy's Nutrient-Rich Package

Handouts and Fact Sheets

Improve Diet Quality with Dairy

Dairy Council Digests

"The Role of Protein in Satieiy & Weight Management" (September/October 2009)

Milk and Sports Nutrition

Handouts

Milk: Nature's Sports Drink
Milk Research Overview
Nutrient-Rich Foods: Packing More Nutrition in Every Meal

Dairy's Health Benefits

Dairy Council Digests

"Metabolic Syndrome & Type 2 Diabetes: Dairy's Protective Role (May/June 2009)
"Spotlight on Dairy Foods, Dairy Nutrients & Blood Pressure" (January/February 2009)

Press Releases

"New Science Review Examines Multiple Health Benefits of Dairy Foods: Important Findings for Children and Adults (July 1, 2009)

NEW! VIDEO: NDC and The Food Channel Discuss Fuel Up to Play 60
Captured at the School Nutrition Association’s annual meeting in Dallas, this video clip highlights National Dairy Council’s discussion with The Food Channel about child nutrition and the Fuel Up to Play 60 program.

Flavored Milk in Perspective

This comprehensive look at flavored milk includes the latest facts on this important source of dairy nutrition for children.

Lactose Intolerance

People with lactose intolerance can enjoy and benefit from nutrient-rich low-fat and fat-free dairy foods. Here you’ll find the latest research and tips for how those with lactose intolerance can incorporate dairy foods into their diets, and more.