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The good news is that lactose intolerance does not have to mean dairy avoidance! For individuals with lactose intolerance, there are a variety of lactose-free and lower-lactose dairy options, along with other management strategies that may help them enjoy the taste and nutrition benefits of dairy foods with minimal or no symptoms. If you're experiencing lactose intolerance, try lactose-free milk, hard cheeses, yogurts, or lactose-free versions of your favorite foods.
Student-athletes live in a fast-paced world, managing class, practice, and study schedules. Well-balanced snacks provide athletes with extra servings of protein, fruits, vegetables, or calcium-rich dairy foods.
Athletes are naturally conscious eaters and understanding that there is a limited supply of fuel and fluid to get them through their practice or event makes them aware of the finite resources that affect how they eat daily. Athletes can use the same intentional effort and significantly impact the environment by eating with sustainability in mind.
Cheese is a nutrient-dense dairy food that provides protein, fat, vitamins, and minerals. There are over 2,000 varieties of cheese, and all of them can fit into a healthy lifestyle.
Halloween marks the beginning of candy season. It can be challenging for parents to keep sweets a modest part of their children’s diet. With dairy snacks, candy doesn’t have to be off-limits. Parents can carve out a healthier Halloween with “spooktacular” snacks!
World Milk Day starts in summer, which is the season for fun in the sun and enjoying time outdoors. But as the temperature rises, so does the risk of dehydration…
Maintaining muscle mass is important not only for strength, but also for its connection to better overall physical and mental health…
For centuries, charcuterie boards, edible works of art piled high with cured meats, cheese, crackers, fruit, nuts, dips, and more, were reserved for swanky shindigs…