Facts to Consider:<\/p>\n
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- Both organic and regular milk deliver a powerhouse of nutrients in an appealing, affordable and readily available way.<\/li>\n
- A glass of whole milk contributes a small fraction of the omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids we need each day.<\/li>\n
- The main sources of omega-6 and omega-3 in the American diet are vegetable oils. Changing the types and amounts of oils used in foods and cooking represents a better means of altering one\u2019s ratio of omega-6 to omega-3 fatty acids than switching from regular to organic milk.<\/li>\n
- Milk delivers a powerhouse of nutrients in an appealing, affordable and readily available way. Research shows organic and regular milk are equally safe and nutritious. So, you can feel good about choosing either kind, because all milk is made with sound on-farm practices and offers the same nutrition.<\/li>\n
- Dairy farmers across the country are committed to producing high quality milk and maintaining proper animal care and environmental practices on their farms.<\/li>\n
- Organic dairy farms must also meet the requirements of USDA\u2019s National Organic Program. Under the rules, organic dairy farmers must demonstrate that they use only organic fertilizers and pesticides, that their cows have access to pasture during the grazing season (at least 120 days per year) and that they do not use antibiotics or supplemental hormones.\u00a0 As a dietitian, I\u2019m well aware that a one-size-fits-all healthy diet doesn\u2019t work for everyone these days.\u00a0 We all want to do the best we can for our families and our health.\u00a0 I choose fat-free milk for\u00a0my family to keep calories in check.\u00a0\u00a0Health experts recommend low-fat and fat-free milk since it has all the nutrition of whole milk, with fewer calories.\u00a0\u00a0Whole, reduced-fat, low-fat and<\/i><\/b> fat-free milk have many essential nutrients that are important to health and wellness — calcium, potassium, Vitamins A, D and B12, protein, riboflavin (Vitamin B2), phosphorus, Niacin (niacin equivalents).\u00a0\u00a0 I will continue to recommend low-fat and fat-free milk everyday for everyone over the age of two.\u00a0 Milk still does a body good!\u00a0 Have a glass (or three) today!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
More Resources:<\/b><\/p>\n
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- NDC The Dairy Report\u00a0 <\/a><\/li>\n
- Berkeley Wellness Letter, \u201c8 Key Facts About Milk\u201d:\u00a0 www.berkeleywellness.com\/healthy-eating\/food\/lists\/8-key-facts-about-milk\/slideid_419<\/a><\/li>\n
- NDC Dairy Council Digest, \u201cModern Dairy Farming Practices & Milk Quality: Myths & Facts\u201d: www.nationaldairycouncil.org\/SiteCollectionDocuments\/research\/dairy_council_digests\/2007\/dcd783.pdf<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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- Berkeley Wellness Letter, \u201c8 Key Facts About Milk\u201d:\u00a0 www.berkeleywellness.com\/healthy-eating\/food\/lists\/8-key-facts-about-milk\/slideid_419<\/a><\/li>\n
- NDC The Dairy Report\u00a0 <\/a><\/li>\n