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Scientific Evidence > Healthy Weight
Healthy Weight: Results from Studies in Adults
Numerous studies from the scientific literature, including meta-analyses of randomized controlled trials, support the fact that dairy consumption is beneficial in helping adults achieve a healthy weight.
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Nutrients in Milk Products > Fat
What is CLA?
Conjugated Linoleic Acid (CLA) refers to a group of naturally occurring isomers of linoleic acid present in ruminant fats and dairy products. Unlike industrial trans fatty acids, trans CLA may be of great potential benefit to human health.
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Nutrients in Milk Products > Fat
Natural Trans Fats
There are substantial differences between the natural trans fats in fats from ruminants (cows, sheep, goats) and the trans fats in industrially produced vegetable fats and oils. The hydrogenation process is radically different, as are the types and amounts of trans fats created....
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Nutrients in Milk Products > Protein
Proteins and Body Weight
The role of protein in the regulation of long-term energy balance and maintenance of healthy body weight remains unclear. Nonetheless, high-protein diets remain popular due to perceived benefits such as increased satiety. Evidence is mounting that the source of protein is very important...
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Scientific Evidence > Cardiovascular Disease
Stroke
Meta-analyses of prospective cohort studies, including large population studies, indicate that milk product intake may play a beneficial role in the prevention of stroke.
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Nutrients in Milk Products > Protein
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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Nutrients in Milk Products > Protein
Protein and Calcium
It has been commonly believed that protein negatively affects bone health. However, recent studies strongly support a diet that includes adequate amounts of protein for optimal bone health.
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Scientific Evidence > Cardiovascular Disease
Cardiovascular Disease and Milk Products: Summary of Evidence
A large and robust body of evidence indicates that milk products are associated with a reduced risk of cardiovascular disease.
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