2. CREATED BY: DANIEL CONNOLLY DIETETIC INTERN MORRISON AND CHARTWELLS Food Groups Web Series Dairy

3. This Week’s Food Group Dairy All fluid milk and foods made from milk that maintain their calcium count as part of this food group. Most choices should be fat-free or low- fat dairy choices. Calcium-fortified soymilk also counts.

4. How much do we need? The amount of Dairy you need to eat depends on age, sex, and level of physical activity. Recommended daily amounts are shown in the chart. Daily Recommendation* Children2-3 years old2 cups 4-8 years old2-1/2 cups Girls9-13 years old3 cups 14-18 years old3 cups Boys9-13 years old3 cups 14-18 years old3 cups Women19-30 years old3 cups 31-50 years old3 cups 51+ years old3 cups Men19-30 years old3 cups 31-50 years old3 cups 51+ years old3 cups

5. Health Benefits Eating a diet rich in fat-free or low-fat Dairy products as part of an overall healthy diet: May reduce the risk for heart disease, including heart attack and stroke Has been linked to improved bone health May reduce the risk of osteoporosis May help reduce blood pressure

6. Key Nutrients Fat-free or Low-fat Dairy Products are a good source of: Calcium Potassium Vitamin D Calcium is vital in building bones and teeth, as well as maintaining bone mass. Diets high in Potassium help maintain healthy blood pressure. Vitamin D helps maintain the proper levels of calcium and phosphorous in the body, which helps to build and maintain bones.

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