Dairy products are great source of nutrition. They are power packed with protein, potassium, magnesium, phosphorus, riboflavin, and vitamins D, A, and B12.

Choosing 3 low-fat dairy options every day has been linked to improved bone health and reducing risk of cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, and high blood pressure.

Lower fat dairy options such as skim milk, yogurt and cheese provide these important nutrition benefits without adding to the waist line.

Tips to Eating Your Three a Day:

-Start switching your household to skim milk gradually.
-Use skim milk to make oatmeal or other cereals.
-Add fat free or low fat plain yogurt to recipes instead of sour cream.
-Try plain yogurt and fruit as a snack.

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