Nutrients in Milk Products
Milk products contain up to 16 nutrients that are essential for health. Calcium, vitamin D and protein are some of the nutrients in milk products that keep the body functioning properly and could help reduce the risk of certain diseases.
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Calcium
The calcium found in milk has a very good bioavailability, which is why milk and milk products are the most reliable sources of calcium.
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Calcium and Bioavailability
Bioavailability is simply the amount of a nutrient the body absorbs and uses from a food.
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Vitamin D
Vitamin D is essential for overall health and may also play a key role in the prevention of certain types of cancer, multiple sclerosis, rheumatoid arthritis and type 1 diabetes.
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Vitamin D status of Canadians – Results from the Canadian Health Measures Survey
In March 2010, Statistics Canada released the findings from their Canada-wide survey examining the vitamin D status of Canadians. This survey was conducted on 5,306 Canadians aged 6 to 79 years. Learn more about the surprising results.
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Protein
Studies suggest that a diet rich in protein contributes to bone health. Due to their high protein and calcium content, milk products are a good choice for maintaining strong bones.
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Protein and Bone Health
While calcium and vitamin D are well recognized for their role in the prevention of osteoporosis, the impact of dietary protein on bone health is less well understood. A well-accepted hypothesis holds that high-protein diets are possibly/potentially detrimental to bone because they...
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Lactose Intolerance and Health: Consensus from the National Institutes of Health
The National Institutes of Health 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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The Role of Milk in Physical Activity
The evidence to date indicates that both white milk and chocolate milk may play an important role in the context of sports nutrition.
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