Milk is nature’s wonder beverage and it is the main part in the dairy food group. It helps build strong bones and lower blood pressure. It may reduce the risk of diabetes and it can help you maintain a healthy weight. It is both tasty and satisfying. There is no other food or beverage that provides the same health benefits as milk. It’s a powerful package of goodness, containing important nutrients such as calcium, potassium, magnesium, phosphorus, high-quality protein and vitamins A and D. According to the USDA, people should be having between 2.5-3 cups of dairy a day. Other dairy products other than milk include:
Yogurt
Cheese
Cottage Cheese
Source: www.healthyeating.org/Milk-Dairy . Information covered on this page was pulled from this source. Click on the link to learn more about the importance of dairy in ones diet.
This video discusses the benefits of eating or drinking dairy in a child’s diet. Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fNH9IVLWtZs