Nutrition Research | Benefits of Dairy

Nutritional Resources

Science Supporting the Nutritional Benefits of Dairy

Nutrient-rich dairy foods not only help children and adults build healthy diets, they also contribute to healthier lives. Studies show dairy foods, as part of a healthy diet, improve overall diet quality, and may contribute to better bone health, lower blood pressure, and reduce the risk for cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes.

To learn more about the science that supports dairy’s health benefits, check out the following National Dairy Council resources:

Science Summaries

Trends in Children’s Beverage Consumption Make the Case for Milk: Science Summary and References
Dairy Food Consumption Is Associated with Reduced Risk of High Blood Pressure: Science Summary and References
Dairy Food Consumption Is Associated with Bone Health in Adults: Science Summary and References
Dairy Food Consumption Is Associated with Reduced Risk of Cardiovascular Disease: Science Summary and References
Dairy Food Consumption Is Associated with Reduced Risk of Type 2 Diabetes: Science Summary and References
Dairy Food Contributions to Nutrient-Dense Dietary Patterns: Science Summary and References
Summary of 2014 ASN Scientific Session: “Insights and Perspectives on Dietary Modifications to Reduce the Risk of Cardiovascular Disease”

Research Summaries

Responsible Research

Decades of nutrition research have clearly established the health benefits associated with adults and children consuming three daily servings of low-fat or fat-free milk, cheese or yogurt. Below you’ll find information on the importance of responsible nutrition research and communication practices.

Guiding Principles

National Dairy Council Guiding Principles for Nutrition Science and Health Communication

Supporting Science

Why Effectively Communicating Nutrition Research is So Important