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Breakfast Recipes to Power Your Day

3/2/2020

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How to start your day strong with breakfasts fueled by milk

Starting the morning on the right foot can help set a path toward a successful day, and for many, that strong start begins with breakfast. In fact, a lot of research supports the idea of having a balanced meal in the morning. When you turn to breakfast to fuel your morning, look for seasonal recipes that provide a delicious way to start your day.

See the full Medium article here for four great breakfast recipes to fuel your family!

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All-Day Nutrition

1/31/2020

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From cereal and milk to yogurt and fruit to broccoli and cheese, combining dairy with plant-based foods creates a superfood power couple. Start with a Blueberry Apple Crisp Smoothie Bowl in the morning then later an appetizer like this traditional Middle Eastern Labneh Spread. For the main course, try Lentil Tacos with Tangy Guacamole and Creamy Couscous with Broccoli, Tomatoes and Cheese on the side.


All-Day Nutrition

Dairy-inspired, plant-based dishes to serve from morning to night

(Family Features) From cereal and milk to yogurt and fruit to broccoli and cheese, combining dairy with plant-based foods creates a superfood power couple that can help ensure you and your family are getting the nutrients you need any time of day.

With the rise in popularity of plant-based diets, dairy can help optimize nutrient absorption from plant foods and provide additional nutrients like high-quality protein, calcium, vitamin D and vitamin B12. You can create delicious meals with the nutrition you need while enjoying the best of plants and dairy.

Combining dairy and plant-based foods can be easier with these dairy-powered recipes from Milk Means More. They are ideal for creating a nutritious and delicious plan for every meal throughout the day. Start with a Blueberry Apple Crisp Smoothie Bowl in the morning then build out your lunch or dinner plans around an appetizer like this traditional Middle Eastern Labneh Spread with grilled pita bread and assorted veggies. For the main course, try Lentil Tacos with Tangy Guacamole and a classic Moroccan staple, Creamy Couscous with Broccoli, Tomatoes and Cheese, on the side.

Find more recipes that combine the goodness of dairy and plant-based foods at milkmeansmore.org.

Creamy Couscous with Broccoli, Tomatoes and Cheese

Recipe courtesy of culinary dietitian Marcia Stanley, MS, RDN
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 5 minutes
Servings: 6

  • 1/2       cup chopped onion
  • 2          tablespoons butter
  • 3          cups broccoli florets
  • 1          teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1/2       teaspoon pepper
  • 3          cups fat-free, 2% or whole milk
  • 1 1/2    cups plain couscous (wheat pasta)
  • 1          cup finely shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 1          cup (4 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 1/2    cups seeded and chopped tomatoes
  • 2          tablespoons slivered fresh basil leaves
  1. In large nonstick skillet over medium heat, cook onion in butter 2 minutes. Add broccoli, garlic and pepper. Cook and stir 2 minutes.
  2. Stir milk into broccoli mixture. Bring to boil. Stir in couscous. Remove from heat. Cover and let stand 5 minutes.
  3. Gently stir Parmesan cheese into couscous mixture. Spread on serving platter. Sprinkle with cheddar cheese. Top with tomatoes and fresh basil leaves.

Lentil Tacos with Tangy Guacamole

Recipe courtesy of culinary dietitian Marcia Stanley, MS, RDN
Prep time: 40 minutes
Servings: 6

Tangy Guacamole:

  • 1          medium ripe avocado, pitted, peeled and chopped
  • 1          tablespoon orange, lime or lemon juice
  • 1/4       teaspoon hot pepper sauce
  • 1          clove garlic, minced
  • 1/2       cup plain, fat-free Greek yogurt

Lentil Tacos:

  • 2 1/3    cups water
  • 1          cup dry brown lentils, rinsed and drained
  • 1/2       cup finely chopped onion
  • 2          teaspoons chili powder
  • 2          cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2       teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2    cups seeded and chopped tomatoes, divided
  • 1 1/4    cups (5 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese, divided
  • 12        yellow corn taco shells
  1. To make Tangy Guacamole: In small bowl, mash avocado, juice, hot pepper sauce and garlic.  Stir in yogurt. Cover and refrigerate until serving time.
  2. To make Lentil Tacos: Heat oven to 400 F.
  3. In medium saucepan over medium-high heat, combine water, lentils, onion, chili powder, garlic and salt. Bring to boil. Reduce heat. Cover and gently boil 12-15 minutes, or until lentils are just tender. Uncover and boil 5-15 minutes, or until most liquid evaporates.
  4. Remove lentils from heat. Stir in 1 cup tomatoes and 3/4 cup cheese. Spoon into taco shells. Stand filled tacos in 13-by-9-by-2-inch baking dish. Sprinkle tacos with remaining tomatoes and cheese. Loosely cover dish with foil. Bake 3-5 minutes, or until cheese melts.
  5. Stir guacamole. Serve with warm tacos.

Labneh Spread

Recipe courtesy of Jenn Fillenworth, MS, RDN of Jenny with the Good Eats
Prep time: 5 minutes
Servings: 6

  • 12        ounces whole milk Greek yogurt
  • 1/8       teaspoon salt
  • 1/2       teaspoon fresh lemon juice
  • 2          tablespoons olive oil
  • 1          pinch sea salt, for garnish
  • fresh herbs, for garnish
  • pita bread, grilled
  • assorted seasonal vegetables
  1. In bowl, mix Greek yogurt, salt and lemon juice.
  2. Transfer mixture to fine mesh strainer lined with cheesecloth.
  3. Wrap mixture in cheesecloth and strain over bowl in refrigerator 24-48 hours. Strain longer to make thicker.
  4. Once thickened as desired, remove from cheesecloth and top spread with olive oil, sea salt and fresh herbs.
  5. Serve with grilled pita bread and assorted seasonal vegetables.

Blueberry Apple Crisp Smoothie Bowl

Recipe courtesy of Rachel Gurk of Rachel Cooks
Prep time: 5 minutes
Servings: 1

  • 1          cup frozen blueberries
  • 2          cups apples, roughly chopped, reserving 2 tablespoons for topping
  • 1          teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2       cup plain, non-fat Greek yogurt
  • 1          cup spinach
  • pure maple syrup, to taste
  • ice cubes (optional)

Toppings:

  • 2          tablespoons oats
  • 1          teaspoon pure maple syrup
  • 1          tablespoon pecans, chopped
  • 2          tablespoons reserved chopped apple
  • fresh blueberries
  1. In blender, blend blueberries, apples, cinnamon, yogurt and spinach until smooth. Taste and add maple syrup, to taste. If thicker mixture is desired, add ice cubes.
  2. Pour into bowl. Mix oats with maple syrup. Top smoothie mixture with oats, pecans, apples and blueberries.
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United Dairy Industry of Michigan

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Fuel Your Morning with Protein-Packed Recipes

1/29/2019

 

As you prepare to take on the day, one of the most beneficial ways to energize yourself each morning is by fueling your body with the proper nutrients, including protein from recipes like Chocolate Cherry and Banana Overnight Oats or Protein Waffles.


Fuel Your Morning with Protein-Packed Recipes

(Family Features) As you prepare to take on the day, one of the most beneficial ways to energize yourself each morning is by fueling your body with the proper nutrients, including protein.

U.S. Ski & Snowboard Team High-Performance Dietitian Allen Tran works with top athletes and recognizes the key role protein plays in their diets. Developed by Tran, these breakfast recipes can provide the nutrition necessary for journeying through your day with energy and verve. Protein Waffles include Rockin’ Protein Builder for an easy boost of protein. The 12-ounce shakes, which are low in carbs and sugar, are made with fresh milk and have 30 grams of high-quality protein to help build muscle without a chalky after-taste.

If you’re looking to make healthier choices or live an active lifestyle and are short on time, a premade recipe may allow for additional productivity. Recipes that can be made in advance – like the night before – may aid your goal to consume necessary nutrients without putting a rush on your morning routine.

Chocolate Cherry and Banana Overnight Oats are made with Shamrock Farms Chocolate Milk and are a source of protein, calcium and vitamin D. Plus, they can be made in advance, allowing you to grab a healthy, ready-made breakfast to take on the go. Adding milk to your diet helps serve as a source of energy while building and repairing muscles.

Find more tips and recipes to help enhance your nutrition at shamrockfarms.net.

Chocolate Cherry and Banana Overnight Oats

Yield: 2 jars

  • 1/2       cup frozen dark sweet cherries
  • 1 1/2    cups old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1          container (12 ounces) Shamrock Farms Chocolate Milk
  • 1          ripe banana, sliced
  • 1          pinch salt
  1. In two mason jars, add 1/4 cup frozen cherries in each. In microwave, thaw 30 seconds.
  2. Divide rolled oats, milk, banana and salt between jars. Cover with lids and shake until combined.
  3. Store in refrigerator overnight or at least several hours.
  4. Serve cold or warm in microwave.

Protein Waffles

Yield: 8-10 waffles

  • 2          cups pancake mix
  • 2          large eggs
  • 1          container (12 ounces) Vanilla or Chocolate Rockin’ Protein Builder
  • 1/4       cup canola oil
  • 1/2       teaspoon cinnamon
  1. Heat waffle iron.
  2. Place pancake mix in bowl. In separate bowl, whisk eggs, protein shake and oil. Stir into pancake mix until just combined.
  3. Bake in waffle iron according to manufacturer’s directions until golden brown.

Tip: To freeze for later consumption, cool waffles on wire racks. Freeze between layers of waxed paper in re-sealable plastic freezer bag. In toaster oven or microwave, heat waffles until heated through.

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Welcome the Return of Warm Weather with Farm-to-Table Foods

6/22/2018

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With the return of outdoor activities and sunshine, it’s the perfect time to build on your family’s healthy habits with farm fresh foods you can trust for quality nutrition. Try a twist on farm-fresh ingredients with this Caprese Omelet. ​


Welcome the Return of Warm Weather with Farm-to-Table Foods

(Family Features) More daylight in the evening, birds chirping in the morning and plants sprouting up from the ground are signs that Spring has sprung. With the return of outdoor activities and sunshine, it's the perfect time to build on your family's healthy habits with farm fresh foods you can trust for quality nutrition.

Start by looking for fresh and wholesome foods at the grocery store. Milk is one of the original farm-to-table foods that contains nine essential nutrients, including high-quality protein, potassium and calcium. Milk is also remarkably simple, with just three ingredients: milk and vitamins A and D. Compare that to plant based alternatives, which often have more than 10 ingredients, including added salt, sugar, stabilizers and emulsifiers like locust bean gum, sunflower lecithin and gellan gum.

Many people don't realize that the real dairy milk at the local grocery store often originates from dairy farms about 300 miles away and arrives on shelves in just 48 hours, on average, after leaving the farm.

Try a twist on farm-fresh ingredients with an egg-infused breakfast twist on a classic Italian salad. When paired with an 8-ounce glass of milk, this delicious omelet fulfills 80 percent of your daily calcium value for a calcium-rich breakfast.

For more information and kid-friendly seasonal recipe ideas, visit milklife.com.

Caprese Omelet

Recipe courtesy of MilkPEP
(1 serving)

  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 large egg whites
  • 3 tablespoons fat free milk
  • 1/2 beefsteak tomato, sliced
  • 1/4 cup lowfat shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
  • 1 8-ounce glass of milk
  1. Heat olive oil in a large nonstick pan over medium heat. Beat eggs and 3 tablespoons milk together in a small bowl until well mixed.
  2. Pour egg mixture into heated pan, swirling the pan until eggs cover the bottom. Allow the eggs to set and no visible liquid remains, about 2 -3 minutes.
  3. After the eggs have set, arrange the tomatoes, cheese and basil on one side of the eggs. Using a spatula, carefully fold omelet in half, bringing the egg portion over the filling. Remove omelet from pan and serve with remaining 8-ounce glass of milk and enjoy.

Nutritional information per serving: 360 calories; 18 g fat; 5 g saturated fat; 210 mg cholesterol; 32 g protein; 19 g carbohydrates; 1 g fiber; 510 mg sodium; 800 mg calcium (80% of daily value). Nutrition figures based on using fat free milk, and include an 8-ounce glass of milk.

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Unleash the Power of Dairy

4/11/2017

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If you’re trying to boost the nutrition of your meals and snacks, look no further than your refrigerator. Dairy products provide a powerful nutrition package that can help you meet your nutrient needs and achieve better health like with these recipes for a Summer Pizza Snack and Beef Burrito with Pepper Jack Cheese and Black Beans.

Unleash the Power of Dairy

(Family Features) If you’re trying to boost the nutrition of your meals and snacks, look no further than your refrigerator. Dairy products provide a powerful nutrition package that can help you meet your nutrient needs and achieve better health.

The most recent Dietary Guidelines for Americans affirm dairy’s important place in the diet with a recommendation that people ages 9 and older consume three servings of low-fat or fat-free dairy foods every day. With nine essential nutrients, milk, cheese and yogurt deliver a unique nutrition package superior to milk alternatives, such as almond or rice beverages, which are often fortified or fall short on these important nutrients. 

During the hot summer months, when you don’t feel like spending much time in the kitchen, dairy products offer ease and convenience, as many are ready to use in recipes or round out a meal or snack. For a quick, easy and healthy snack this summer, put a fresh take on traditional pizza with this recipe that uses crescent rolls topped with cheeses and fresh seasonal veggies. Or turn up the heat on a classic beef burrito by adding warm pepper jack cheese and black beans.

Visit MidwestDairy.com to pledge Dairy 3 for Me, find additional recipes and learn more about how to unleash the power of dairy nutrition.

Summer Pizza Snack

Recipe courtesy of Cindy Heins, Heins Family Farms
Total time: 22 minutes
Servings: 12

  • 1          tube (8 ounces) crescent rolls
  • 1          tub (8 ounces) low-fat cream cheese
  • 1/4       cup light mayonnaise
  • 1/4       teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1          cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
  • 3/4       cup sliced cherry tomatoes
  • 1/2       cup sliced black olives
  • 1/2       cup chopped broccoli florets
  • 1/2       cup chopped cucumber
  1. Heat oven to 375° F. In 9-by-13-inch baking pan, spread out crescent roll dough. Seal seams together to form one large rectangle across bottom of pan. Bake 10-12 minutes, or until lightly browned. Cool on rack.
  2. In small bowl, mix together cream cheese, mayonnaise and garlic powder. Spread evenly over entire cooled crust. Top with mozzarella, tomatoes, olives, broccoli and cucumber. Cut into 12 squares and serve.

Beef Burrito with Pepper Jack Cheese and Black Beans

Total time: 9 minutes
Servings: 6
  • 1/2       pound ground beef sirloin
  • 2          teaspoons minced garlic
  • 1          cup chunky salsa, divided
  • 2          cups cooked brown or white rice
  • 6          whole-wheat tortillas (9 inches each)
  • 1          can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1          can (11 ounces) corn kernels, drained
  • 2          cups shredded pepper jack cheese
  • sliced green onion, including green tops
  1. In medium, nonstick skillet, brown ground beef and garlic over medium heat (break beef mixture up into smaller chunks with spatula). Drain fat and stir in 1/2 cup salsa; set aside.
  2. Spread 1/3 cup rice on center of tortilla, leaving 1/2-inch border. Scatter about 2 tablespoons beans and 1 1/2 tablespoons corn over rice. Spread 1/3 cup beef mixture and 1/4 cup cheese over corn. Top with 2 teaspoons salsa and a few slices green onion. Fold in two opposite edges of tortilla 1 inch each and roll up. Place seam-side down on microwave-safe dish.
  3. Repeat with remaining tortillas. Place burritos in microwave oven and heat 1 minute, or until heated through. Serve with remaining salsa.
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6 Better-for-You Milkshakes to Enjoy

7/28/2016

 

Milkshakes are a perfect on-the-go option to cool down and indulge your sweet tooth. There are almost endless nutritious milkshake combinations to suit every taste, such as a Creamy Green Goddess Milkshake, Protein Power Player Milkshake, Protein-Packed Berry Burst Milkshake, Banana Breakfast Milkshake, Peanut Butter and Jelly Milkshake, or Peaches and Cream Milkshake.


6 Better-for-You Milkshakes to Enjoy this Summer

Cool down all season with these nutritious options

(Family Features) With warmer weather ahead, milkshakes are a perfect on-the-go option to cool down and indulge your sweet tooth. Adding fruits and vegetables to your milkshake can help you indulge guilt-free. For added nutritional value, build your milkshake using a combination of good-for-you ingredients like fruit, vegetables and milk.

Using dairy milk as the base of your milkshake provides nine essential nutrients like vitamin D and calcium, as well as 8 grams of natural high-quality protein per 8-ounce glass. For a more flavorful milkshake, use frozen fruit instead of ice cubes in your sweet treat. Then, consider adding ingredients like fresh greens, spices, nuts, whole grains and more. There are almost endless nutritious milkshake combinations to suit every taste. Here are six delicious, better-for-you milkshake recipes to try this summer.

1. Creamy Green Goddess Milkshake – Try a new take on a favorite flavor: a green goddess milkshake. Start your creamy green milkshake with milk, then add spinach, banana, avocado and pineapple. This recipe is an easy way to drink your vegetables.



2. Protein Power Player Milkshake – Combine chocolate, banana and almonds for a tasty milkshake with 7 grams of protein that makes for a great morning or afternoon snack.



3. Protein-Packed Berry Burst Milkshake – Having a berry boost milkshake for breakfast can fuel your morning. Blend 8 ounces of milk with berries for a tasty milkshake recipe perfect for a breakfast on the go.


4. Banana Breakfast Milkshake –This shake is an easy breakfast drink bursting with banana flavor.



5. Peanut Butter and Jelly Milkshake – Fruit and peanut butter milkshakes make great grab-and-go breakfasts for kids of all ages. Turn a classic peanut butter and jelly sandwich into a milkshake by adding 8 ounces of milk. If you want to take a PB&J on the road without all the crumbs and stickiness, try this peanut butter and jelly milkshake recipe for a new twist on a lunchtime favorite for breakfast, a snack or anytime.



6. Peaches and Cream Milkshake – Using frozen peach slices, honey and fresh mango, this sweet and creamy milkshake, made with an 8-ounce glass of milk, is reminiscent of the classic Southern dessert.

For additional recipes, nutrition tips and more, visit MilkLife.com.

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Beat the Heat and Stay Hydrated this Summer

7/13/2016

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Whether you’re enjoying the park with your family or exercising outdoors, it’s important to stay hydrated, especially during the hot summer months. Dehydration is easily preventable by following these three simple tips, and you don’t have to stick to just water. You may be surprised to learn that both white milk and chocolate milk are great hydration options, too.


Beat the Heat and Stay Hydrated this Summer

Why milk is a great hydration option

(Family Features) It’s summertime, which means it’s time to get out and enjoy the sunshine. But be warned, with the sun comes the heat. Whether you’re enjoying the park with your family or exercising outdoors, it’s important to stay hydrated, especially during the hot summer months.

Staying properly hydrated can keep the heat from ruining your outdoor fun. Dehydration can be a serious bummer. Luckily, it’s easily preventable, and you don’t have to stick to just water. You may be surprised to learn that both white milk and chocolate milk are great hydration options, too.

Lowfat chocolate milk has the right carb-to-protein ratio to help recover after a tough outdoor (or indoor) workout. Plus, fat free milk and full fat milk rank higher for hydration than other beverages like water and sports drinks, according to a study. Both types of milk improved hydration status and kept study participants hydrated longer compared to other beverages, which researchers attributed to the electrolytes sodium and potassium – both naturally found in milk.

Here are three simple tips to stay hydrated all summer long:

  • Watch your thirst: this is usually the first sign of dehydration. Sip on a variety of hydrating beverages throughout the day, instead of waiting until you’re thirsty.
  • If you’re a parent, keep an eye on the intensity of your kids’ activities and always have hydrating drinks on hand. Grabbing a cup of cold milk on the way to the park is a great on-the-go option.
  • Begin your day by pairing a glass of milk with your breakfast. Not only does milk help you stay hydrated, you’ll enjoy other benefits like nine essential nutrients including 8 grams of high-quality, natural protein in every 8-ounce glass.

Staying properly hydrated doesn’t have to be difficult. Try this Super Food Smoothie for a refreshing and delicious way to hydrate. For more information and recipe ideas, visit milklife.com.

Super Food Smoothie
Servings: 2

  • 1 ½  cups frozen blueberries
  • 1      cup lowfat or fat free milk
  • 1      banana, sliced
  • 2      tablespoons honey
  • 1      tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1      teaspoon lemon juice
  • ½     cup ice
  1. In blender, blend all ingredients until smooth. Pour into two glasses and serve.

Nutrition information per serving: 230 calories; 1 g fat; 0 g saturated fat; 0 mg cholesterol; 6 g protein; 50 g carbohydrates; 5 g fiber; 0 mg sodium; 150 mg calcium (15% of daily value). Nutrition figures based on using fat free milk.

¹ Maughan RJ, Watson P, Cordery PA, Walsh NP, Oliver SJ, Dolci A, Rodriguez-Sanchez N, Stuart DR. A randomized trial to assess the potential of different beverages to affect hydration status: development of a beverage hydration index. American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. 2015;103:1-7.

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MilkPEP


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The Surprising Benefits of Milk

5/1/2016

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A growing body of research suggests there may be benefits to drinking whole milk, too, so whether you prefer whole, lowfat or fat free milk, all milk can fit into a nutritious and balanced diet. Here are six things about milk that may surprise you.


The Surprising Benefits of Milk

6 things you may not know

(Family Features) Ninety-six percent of Americans have milk in their refrigerators, and for good reason – it’s one of the most naturally nutrient-rich beverages available. The 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend three daily servings of lowfat or fat free milk or milk products as part of a balanced diet. They also focus on the variety of ways to follow a healthy eating plan to help you enjoy the foods you love while still getting nutrients you need.

The good news for whole milk fans is that it has the same nine essential nutrients as lowfat and fat free milk, and a growing body of research suggests there may be benefits to drinking whole milk too. So whether you prefer whole, lowfat or fat free milk, all milk can fit into a nutritious and balanced diet.

Here are six things about milk that may surprise you:

  1. Whole milk has less fat than you may think. Whole milk is actually 3.25 percent milkfat by weight. Each 8-ounce glass of whole milk contains 150 calories and eight grams of fat (12 percent of the recommended daily value).
  2. Research suggests dairy fat is unique. A growing body of evidence suggests that not all saturated fats are the same and the health effects of saturated fat may vary depending on the food you get it from. While more research is needed on the potential benefits of dairy fats, many experts agree on milk’s important role in a healthy diet – in the overall context of the total diet, nutrients and calories.
  3. Milk has a place in a heart-healthy diet. Studies show consuming milk and milk products – regardless of fat content – can be part of a heart-healthy diet, and in some cases may help reduce the risk of heart disease. Additionally, a recent study found the DASH diet, which is linked to lowering blood pressure and typically rich in fruit, vegetables and lowfat dairy, was as effective at lowering blood pressure when both full fat milk and milk products were included.
  4. Milk and a healthy weight. Drinking more reduced-fat milk – and getting more milk protein, in particular – is linked to lower body fat and a healthy weight, according to recent research. And while it’s important to pay attention to overall calorie intake, all milk, including whole milk, can fit into a healthy diet. In fact, one study of more than 18,000 healthy weight women, found those who ate more full fat dairy (1.3 servings daily) were less likely to become overweight or obese over about a decade compared to women who didn’t consume any full fat dairy products.
  5. Skim milk packs the same nutrient-rich punch as all milk. There is a misperception that fat free (or skim) milk contains water or has been “skimmed” of nutrients to reduce the fat content – but that is not the case. The nine essential nutrients, including 8 grams of high-quality protein, remain intact.
  6. White milk has no added sugar. The fact is regular white milk has no added sugar. The sugar in milk comes from naturally occurring lactose. Skim or fat free milk has less calories and fat than higher fat options, but all white milk has the same amount of naturally occurring sugars, with no sugar added.

So, no matter which type of dairy milk you choose, from whole to lowfat, know that you are selecting a safe, wholesome and naturally nutrient-rich food. With nine essential nutrients, including high-quality protein, milk is actually the top food source for three out of the four nutrients most Americans fall short on – calcium, potassium and vitamin D. Learn more at milklife.com.

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Chiu S, Bergeron N, Williams P, Bray G, Sutherland B, Krauss R. Comparison of the DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) diet and a higher-fat DASH diet on blood pressure and lipids and lipoproteins: a randomized controlled trial. Am J Clin Nutr. 2016;103:341-347.

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