Dairy Diary
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Summer Meals Program Comes Full Circle for Former NFL Star
Former Philadelphia Eagles WR Jason Avant took part in Summer Meals growing up in Chicago, and now, he discusses why he relishes in his role as an ambassador for all the benefits of the dairy-filled meals.
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What Summer Meals Means to the Mayor
Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney speaks on his personal experience with Summer Meals and why dairy and healthy meals are so important for the children of his city.
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A Farmer, Football and the Future
Dairy farmer Claire Burdette joined the Fuel Up to Play 60 Touchdown School event in Baltimore and reflected on how these kind of events can help shape the future.
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Fuel Up to Play 60 Brings Health and Wellness Volunteer to the Field
Danielle Lennon knew the chance to donate time for kids' wellness and healthy eating with dairy was too good to pass up with Fuel Up to Play 60's new Touchdown Event Volunteer program.
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Football, Dairy and Lessons for a Lifetime
As Fuel Up to Play 60 Program Advisor Ron Vida explains, the program isn't just about football, it's about lessons of teamwork and healthy eating with dairy that have a lasting impact.
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Dairy Steps to the Plate
The Syracuse Mets are rebranding as the Butter Sculptures for a night this summer, but there's more in common between dairy and baseball than you may think.
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Fuel Up to Play 60's Dairy All-Star
Student Ani Muralidharan and his journey within the Fuel Up to Play 60 program and his important messages on dairy have left an impact on his school and other students in his community.
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Cream of the Crop
Popular cream milk from Upstate New York's own Pittsford Farms has sweet pluses for both consumers and the environment.
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New Study: Whole Milk Cuts Risk of Cardiovascular Disease
A large new study links whole-fat dairy food consumption to a reduced risk for cardiovascular disease.
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Study: Full-Fat Milk Could Cut Risk of Stroke, Heart Attack
University of Texas study busts a common myth about dairy.
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Organic and Conventional Milk… Equally Nutritious
Organic and conventional milk both deliver 9 essential nutrients including protein, calcium and vitamin D.
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Top 5 Mommy Nutrition Bloggers to Follow
My go-to trusted sources that you need to follow to make your family’s year healthier.
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I Heart School Breakfast...Do you?
Stefanie Dove, RDN talks about her job, the importance of school breakfast and promoting health and wellness in this Q & A.
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Dairy Foods that Help Keep Your Teeth Healthy
Include these dairy foods in your diet for good dental hygiene and a sparkly white smile.
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5 Reasons to Always Choose Cow’s Milk over the Alternatives
A comparison of an 8-oz. glass of cow’s milk to soy, almond, coconut and rice beverages.
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Running into Sports Nutrition
Sports nutrition is important no matter what type of physical activity you participate in.
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Do You Dairy?
Dairy contains Vitamin D which works with calcium and phosphorus to provide optimal bone health. Allison Kreimeier discusses what that means for athletes.
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Hey, Athletes - Make Sure to Eat Lunch, Too!
Most athletes recognize the importance of eating breakfast, but lunch is equally as important. Sue James on how to balance the food choices to be adequately prepared for practice and workouts.
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Eating on $4 Per Day – Can You Do It?
In the United States, nearly 1 in 8 people struggle with hunger, according to Feeding America. As a former grocery store dietitian, I often saw the subtle signs of food insecurity when customers would tell me they had to wait until the following month to
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Learn How Drinking Milk Keeps Seniors Moving
Whether you’re 7 or 77, drinking milk at any age is important for good health. Milk is a good source of vitamin D and calcium, which older adults tend to need more of, to maintain bone strength, preserve muscle strength, and prevent osteoporosis.
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Flavored Milk: A Nutrient Powerhouse
The importance of milk in the American diet is firmly founded in nutrition science. In fact, the 2015 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommends three servings per day of dairy for ages nine years and older.
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Dairy Aisle Grows with New Products
I took a trip down the dairy aisle in all of the local grocery stores to find new trends and products for all my dairy loving friends. We know that dairy is undeniably a key ingredient to health at all ages and should be a staple in your grocery cart but
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The Impact of Dairy
I confess, milk is something I take for granted. It takes little effort to reach into the refrigerator and pull out milk, or to run to the store and pick up a fresh gallon. I never considered milk a luxury, until I spoke with the York family from Western
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Top Starbucks Drink Picks by this RD 2 Be and Barista
Along with being a college senior in a nutrition and dietetics program, I am also a part-time Barista at Starbucks. Through my 2-and-a-half-year tenure there and my nutrition classes, I have found the best drinks for health-conscious customers.