Health Benefits of Milk

Research continues to expand the positive role milk and milk products play in an individual's health. Evidence goes well beyond bone health to include its effects on immunity, mild hypertension, reducing selected cancers, supporting weight management strategies and increasing satiety in dieters, among other positive effects. USDA recommends three servings of milk and milk products each day. Most Americans will achieve this recommendation by adding one more daily serving.

Low-fat milk and Blood Pressure Control

Dietary patterns are related to overall health. Many studies have found that eating a low-fiber, high-fat diet and drinking excess alcohol increase the risk of developing disease. In contrast, eating a diet that is rich in low-fat dairy products, fruit and vegetables can promote health.

Learn more about this healthy eating pattern.

Healthy Bones

Maintaining strong, healthy bones can be accomplished by getting the recommended amount of calcium daily, being physically active and maintaining body weight in the normal weight range. Children and teens that are inactive and eat inadequate amounts of calcium have increased risk of fracture.

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Dairy and Weight Maintenance

The benefit of consuming dairy foods for weight loss or maintenance is a hot topic for researchers and health-conscious individuals worldwide. In addition to good health, consuming three servings of milk and dairy products daily as part of a reduced-calorie weight-loss plan may play an important role in weight management.

Learn more how milk and milk products can help maintain a healthy body weight.

Cancer Risk and Dairy-Product Consumption

Current research investigating the link between dairy products, calcium and vitamin D, and cancer prevention are listed.

Learn more about the relationship between low-fat milk and cancer prevention.