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Scientific Evidence > Experts' Summaries
Sodium Reduction in the Canadian Food Supply: Challenges for Cheese
In July 2010, the Sodium Working Group of Health Canada released their recommendations for reducing sodium intakes of Canadians to 2,300 mg/day by 2016. Although sodium consumption in Canada is too high, its reduction in foods such as cheese is challenging. HighlightsSalt is responsible...
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Data on Consumption > Nutrition & Health Statistics
Canadian Ethnographic Study
In order to add a new perspective to the existing data on Canadians’ eating habits, the Canadian Council of Food and Nutrition observed what a group of Canadians ate and drank through a series of food-related activities, such as grocery shopping and preparing solo or family meals. This first ethnographic study was conducted online, with the help of food records and photos. So, what did it show?
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Nutrients in Milk Products > Fat
Saturated Fat and Cardiovascular Disease
While a lowered intake of saturated fat has commonly been indicated for improved cardiovascular health, evidence from recent studies such as systematic reviews, meta-analyses and prospective cohort studies indicates that saturated fat is not associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease.
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The Maritime Dairy Industry Award
Various partners of the Maritime dairy industry have established the Maritime Dairy Industry Awards in order to support the academic efforts of students committed to securing the future of a successful Canadian dairy industry. Two $2000 scholarships will be awarded. The application...
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Scientific Evidence > Lactose Intolerance and Milk Allergy
Lactose Intolerance and Health: Consensus from the National Institutes of Health
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) recently released a consensus statement on lactose intolerance and health. This consensus statement was prepared by independent panels of health professionals and public representatives and is based on the results of a systematic evidence review.
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Scientific Evidence > Kidney Stones
Milk Products and Kidney Stones
Data from prospective cohort studies, randomized controlled trials and systematic reviews indicates that milk products and dietary calcium in particular may reduce the risk of developing kidney stones.
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Data on Consumption > Nutrition & Health Statistics
Under Consumption of Milk Products
In 2006, Statistics Canada released its report on Canadians’ Eating Habits from the Canadian Community Health Survey.1
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Scientific Evidence > Hypertension
Hypertension: Summary of Evidence
Data from several studies, including a systematic review and the landmark DASH diet study, have consistently demonstrated a significant benefit from an adequate intake of milk and milk products in the prevention and management of hypertension.
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Calcium Supplements and Cardiovascular Disease Risk
There is evidence from meta-analyses that calcium supplements are associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease. However, dietary calcium has not been shown to impair cardiovascular...
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Milk: An Essential Source of Vitamin B12
Vitamin B12 deficiency affects a large proportion of older adults, and its prevalence increases with age. Furthermore, recommended intakes may not be adequate to reach and maintain optimal vitamin...
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Milk Products and Breast Cancer
Current evidence from the literature indicates that the consumption of milk products is not associated with an increased risk of breast cancer.
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Milk Products Play a Key Role in Preventing Type 2 Diabetes
A growing and largely consistent body of evidence, including data from several meta-analyses, demonstrates that milk products significantly lower the risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
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The Maritime Dairy Industry Award
If you are from the Maritimes and you are studying in a field that applies to the dairy industry, you are eligible to apply for the Maritime Dairy Industry Award, which consists of two $2,000 scholarships.
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