{"id":28057,"date":"2021-06-11T11:18:00","date_gmt":"2021-06-11T16:18:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.midwestfarmreport.com\/?p=28057"},"modified":"2021-06-09T11:26:14","modified_gmt":"2021-06-09T16:26:14","slug":"new-data-about-milk-nutrition","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.midwestfarmreport.com\/2021\/06\/11\/new-data-about-milk-nutrition\/","title":{"rendered":"Updated Data About Milk Nutrition"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
Real dairy milk can now claim four more essential nutrients, taking the total essential nutrients to 13, contributing to health and wellness in every serving.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Milk has always been delicious and nutritious. But now there\u2019s even more good news to share about real dairy milk. <\/strong>New information based on updated USDA databases shows milk packs 13 essential nutrients in every serving, including zinc, selenium, iodine and potassium, plus nine more vitamins and minerals contributing to health, immune function and strong bones and muscles. <\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cMilk has always played a critical role in health and wellness as a powerhouse beverage, but new information shows milk provides more benefits than we ever knew,\u201d says Karen Doster, Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin director of youth and school programs. This is great information for consumers looking to eat a healthy diet and is an added bonus for everyone who enjoys milk. It\u2019s also important for dairy farmers to share with consumers while discussing the many benefits of milk and dairy products as part of a healthy, balanced diet. Dairy farmers continue to produce the same wholesome product they always have, this new information simply means there\u2019s even more wellness in every serving of milk than previously understood. Milk is still milk and provides the balanced nutrition a body needs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Dairy Wellness<\/strong> Better Than The Rest<\/strong> Thanks to its healthy goodness and the dedication of dairy farm families, milk is an accessible, affordable way to include essential nutrients in human diets, including many which are critically needed and often under-consumed. To learn more about how dairy fits in a nutritious diet, visit usdairy.com\/dairy-nutrition<\/a>. To learn more about Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin visit wisconsindairy.org<\/a>. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
The new data offers additional proof dairy milk has a natural nutrient content level few other single foods or beverages can compete with. \u201cMilk delivers multiple benefits through a mighty combination of natural nutrients aiding in muscle repair, rehydration and replenishment, while also helping to build strong bones and support immune health,\u201d says Doster. \u201cAnd it does so without the added sugars, colors and flavors which may be found in other beverages.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Milk packs a powerful punch in every serving. Milk\u2019s unique, natural nutrient package includes:
\u00b7 A natural source of high-qualityprotein\u202fto build, repair and maintain lean muscle
\u00b7 Vitamin A, zinc and selenium\u202fto support a healthy immune system
\u00b7 Four B\u202fvitamins \u2013 riboflavin (B2), niacin (B3), pantothenic acid (B5) and vitamin B12\u202fto help convert food into energy
\u00b7 Calcium, vitamin D, phosphorus and protein\u202fto build and maintain strong bones and reduce the risk for stress fractures.
\u00b7 Iodine\u202fto help regulate metabolism and is linked to cognitive function.
\u00b7 Potassium\u202fto help maintain normal muscle function and regulate the balance of fluids in the body <\/p>\n\n\n\n