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Scientific Evidence > Cardiovascular Disease
No Association between Milk Products and Mortality
In light of the totality of evidence, including meta-analyses and systematic reviews of prospective studies, there is no association between milk product consumption and mortality risk.
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Scientific Evidence > Lactose Intolerance and Milk Allergy
Lactose Intolerance: Definition and Diagnosis
Lactose intolerance is a condition that can affect some individuals who have a deficiency in the enzyme lactase resulting in an inability to digest lactose properly. To diagnose lactose intolerance, an objective test such as the hydrogen breath test is needed.
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Scientific Evidence > Lactose Intolerance and Milk Allergy
Prevalence of Lactose Intolerance
The true prevalence of lactose intolerance is unknown. The symptoms of lactose intolerance are highly subjective and may or may not occur among individuals with lactose malabsorption.
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Scientific Evidence > Lactose Intolerance and Milk Allergy
Lactose Intolerance: Health Authorities' Recommendations
Several authorities such as the National Institutes of Health, the American Academy of Pediatrics Committee on Nutrition, and the National Medical Association recommend that milk and milk products remain part of the diets of individuals with lactose intolerance
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Facts & Fallacies > Health Concerns
Osteoporosis and Fractures Are Under-Recognized Among Asians
There is a growing concern about osteoporosis and fractures among Asian populations. Although milk products can help prevent osteoporosis, they are under-consumed by these population groups.
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Scientific Evidence > Experts' Summaries
Study: Do Young Athletes Make Appropriate Food Choices Before, During, and After Competition?
It is important that the diet of young athletes meets nutritional recommendations. This is what our research team examined at the 2011 Quebec and Canada Winter Games.
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Scientific Evidence > Bone Health and Osteoporosis
Vitamin D and Bone Health
It is well known that vitamin D influences the development and maintenance of bone mass and reduces the risk of osteoporosis. Furthermore, it is also thought to improve lower limb neuromuscular function.
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Data on Consumption > Qualitative Data
Impact of Front-of-Package Labelling on Food Choices and Purchasing Behaviour
Front-of-package labelling systems have been proposed as an approach to guide healthier food choices at the point of purchase. However, it is inconclusive whether front-of-package labels influence consumer purchasing behaviour.
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