Is Whole Milk Good for You?
Kids drink a glass of milk at dinner for a reason – milk contains nutrients we need to grow and maintain healthy bones. Dairy is just as important in adulthood, but about 90% of Americans aren’t meeting the recommendation of three cups per day, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
Not all dairy products are created equal though – your cream cheese, sour cream and butter don’t count as nutritional enough to meet your daily goal, unfortunately. Other dairy products, like milk, cheese and yogurt, can supply important nutrients like calcium, phosphorus, vitamins A, D and B12, protein, potassium, riboflavin, magnesium and more.
What is the healthiest milk? Ultra-filtered milk is the healthiest choice because of its nutritional density, says registered dietitian Jamie Nadeau.
Excerpted from USA Today
