Health Tip: Be Sure to Get 3 Servings of Dairy Daily

(StatePoint) With so much information out there, you may be wondering -- is dairy good for you? Milk, cheese and yogurt provide a powerhouse of nutrients, however, most people don’t reach their recommended three servings a day for dairy. The dairy food group contributes calcium, vitamin D, protein, potassium and five other important nutrients to the diet.

The <a href="http://www.healthyeating.org/" rel="nofollow">benefits of milk</a> are numerous. Milk helps build strong bones and can lower blood pressure. It may reduce the risk of diabetes, help you maintain a healthy weight -- and it’s affordable too. Each serving is about 25 cents and provides an irreplaceable package of nutrients with unique interactions.

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Learn more about milk, cheese and yogurt at <a href="http://www.HealthyEating.org/milk" rel="nofollow">www.HealthyEating.org/milk</a>. From quenching your thirst with a glass of milk to a mid-afternoon snack of yogurt and fruit, there are plenty of convenient, affordable and tasty ways to incorporate dairy into your diet.

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Health Tip: Be Sure to Get 3 Servings of Dairy Daily