NCAND Considers the Importance of Dairy Consumption

September 13, 2019

The North Carolina Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (NCAND) annual meeting for registered dietitians was held this September. The Dairy Alliance sponsored Dr. Jim Painter and his presentation titled "Food Psychology: Why We Eat More Than We Think." In his discussion, he revealed that Americans are not eating enough whole foods, how dairy compares to alternative beverages and why dairy is important in disease prevention, maintaining bone health and aiding weight management.