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Build Stronger Bones for Life

It’s never too early or too late to develop lifestyle habits for healthy bones. Find out how 3 servings a day of low-fat or fat-free dairy foods play an important role, in a healthy diet, to help reduce the risk of osteoporosis.

Osteoporosis: Test your knowledge

New FDA Health Claim Highlights Role of Calcium and Vitamin D for Bone Health

The Importance of Nutrient-Rich Foods in Planning Nutritious Meals for Children

A new joint editorial The Importance of Nutrient-Rich Foods in Planning Nutritious Meals for Children Editorial from seven of the leading national health and nutrition organizations highlights the need for Americans of all ages to build more healthful diets with nutrient-rich foods, including low-fat and fat-free milk, cheese and yogurt, and help to reduce the risk of obesity and chronic disease beginning in childhood.

In the editorial, the American Academy of Pediatrics, American Academy of Family Physicians, American Dietetic Association, National Hispanic Medical Association, National Medical Association, School Nutrition Association and Action for Healthy Kids lend support to the nutrient-rich foods approach, which considers the total nutrient package of a food or beverage, as a way positive approach for Americans to build and enjoy a healthier diet by getting the most nutrition for their calories.


NDC Update The May issue of the NDC Update, National Dairy Council’s bi-monthly e-newsletter, includes the latest information on: Dairy's Unique Package of 9 Essential Nutrients and its Health Benefits Importance of Consuming Nutrient-Rich Foods The National School Lunch Program Reducing Adolescent Girls' Risk of Osteoporosis Sign up here to receive downloadable materials, expert advice, and information on updated dairy nutrition resources and emerging studies.


New Resources Available on Dairy's Role in Child Nutrition A new white paper provides a summary of the child nutrition environment and the most current research and insights on dairy's role in child nutrition, including in government-funded feeding programs. According to a recent report by ENVIRON, now more than ever students are choosing low-fat or fat-free milk at school—approximately three-quarters of students are enjoying these nutrient-rich offerings! Read the joint statement regarding the report from National Dairy Council and the School Nutrition Association. Get all resources here.


DASH Eating Plan Tool Kit Now Available! Research shows that the DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) Eating Plan, a balanced eating plan that includes nutrient-rich dairy foods, fruits and vegetables, may help lower blood pressure and other cardiovascular risk factors. The new DASH Education Tool Kit contains downloadable patient education materials, research summaries and a turnkey PowerPoint presentation that reviews the latest science and the Eating Plan. To access the new DASH Tool Kit, click here.

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