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This new Challenge was created in partnership with Let’s Move!; it asks communities to create a short video demonstrating how they are participating in Let’s Move!, and using MyPlate and the Super Tracker, to combat childhood obesity. The Challenge is open through April 6 and the winners will be announced June 30. NDC will promote this Challenge via social media properties including Facebook, Twitter, The Dairy Download e-newsletter and NationalDairyCouncil.org.

The April Dairy Download: CNN Reports on New Flavored Milk Products in Schools; Fuel Up to Play 60 Program Advisor Named Let’s Move! Champion of Change
In the April issue of The Dairy Download, you’ll find information about CNN’s investigation of how a new flavored milk product that has fewer calories and sugar is meeting students’ taste preferences and USDA’s final rule on school meals in Cabell Co., WV schools. In addition, this month’s issue features Fuel Up to Play 60 Program Advisor Cindy Coughlin of Springfield, Massachusetts, who was selected for the Let’s Move! Champion of Change, an award given to individuals who are inspiring and empowering America’s youth to lead active, healthy lifestyles. Be sure to subscribe to receive future issues directly in your inbox!
When Flavored Milk Is Removed From Schools, Milk Consumption Drops
CNN’s Dr. Sanjay Gupta explains how milk consumption dropped – close to 75% in high school alone, when flavored milk was removed from in Cabell Co., WV schools. Now, a new product has significantly fewer calories and sugar, and is meeting students’ taste preferences while helping them get milk’s nine essential nutrients. Learn more at CNN.
The March Dairy Download: Get Your Plate in Shape, Students Voice Their Feedback on Fuel Up to Play 60
In the March issue of The Dairy Download, you’ll find information to “Get Your Plate in Shape” in honor of National Nutrition Month. In addition, Fuel Up to Play 60 students share their perspective on how the program is helping them make healthy, sustainable changes in their schools. Be sure to subscribe to receive future issues directly in your inbox!
NDC President Jean H. Ragalie, RD Discusses the Benefits of Fuel Up to Play 60 with Fox News
National Dairy Council President Jean H. Ragalie, RD, joins Fox News to discuss Fuel Up to Play 60 (FUTP60), the in-school health and wellness program launched by National Dairy Council and the National Football League in collaboration with the United States Department of Agriculture that focuses on childhood nutrition and curbing childhood obesity. With one in three children overweight, FUTP60 brings together school stakeholders, parents and students to teach healthy eating and lifestyle behaviors and serve as role models. With tips such as walking or biking to school and including children in the food preparation process, FUTP60 is making a difference in schools and getting kids involved in creating a healthier environment. For more information, visit FuelUpToPlay60.com.
The February Dairy Download: Fuel Up To Play 60 Sets Students from 70,000 Schools into Action, New School Meals Standards and Latest Dairy Research
In this month’s issue of The Dairy Download, you’ll find Fuel Up to Play 60’s first “report card” since launching in 2009 that shows schools are really making the grade. In addition, you will learn how milk, cheese and yogurt fit into USDA’s new school meal standards and read the latest in dairy research. Also be sure to subscribe to receive future issues directly in your inbox!

NEW! Dairy Council Digest: Health Benefits of Smart Snacking
Check out the latest edition of the Dairy Council Digest, which examines healthy versus unhealthy snacking behaviors. Did you know healthy snacking can help increase the likelihood of meeting daily servings of food groups such as those recommended by the 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans? Read More

Dairy Council Digest Looks At Dairy In The American Diet.
This edition of the Dairy Council Digest looks at the dairy food group as a substantial contributor of many nutrients in the U.S. diet that are important for good health.Read More

Dairy Council Digest Examines Flavored Milk
This edition of the Dairy Council Digest looks at the nutritional contribution of flavored milk and why it’s a great addition to children’s diets. Read More

New Cheese Education Resources
Don’t miss your chance to get the latest, science-based facts on cheese and healthy eating. Check out this resource just for health and nutrition professionals as well as this primer for use with general audiences. Read More