Ellie Krieger, registered dietitian and host of Food Networks Healthy Appetite discusses the health benefits of Vitamin D during her Milk Moustache ad shoot.
On January 11, 2011 Elisa Zied, registered dietitian appearred on Good Morning America in the "Pour One More" campaign. Elisa is part of the Milk Street Team whose goal is to give one million free milk samples across the USA.
How to "Milk" Your Diet
Elisa Zied gives tips from her book, Nutrition at Your Fingertips.
Jill Jayne, MS, RD (Rockstar Nutritionist) Performs with the New York Jets in Support of Fuel Up to Play 60
Heart Smart® Grocery Store Tour - Milk Darlene Zimmerman is the Heart Smart® Dietitian. Join Darlene as she takes us to the milk and dairy aisle.
Got Milk? Spartan's got choices
Heather Leets, the dietitian for Family Fare and D&W walks Rachael (from eightWest) through many milk choices aimed at meeting ones calcium needs, but without worrying about lactose intolerance, allergies, or taste.
No Chocolate Milk?
Flavored milk could be a thing of the past as a movement sweeps the nation's schools. Lori Mooney, RD, LD of the the Nationwide Children's Hospital’s Center for Healthy Weight and Nutrition says "Don't make milk the bad guy."
Elaine Magee lists Ten Food Steps to Free yourself from headaches. Some tell you what to avoid and others tell you what may help.
•Keep a headache and diet diary. •Avoid skipping meals. Eat when you're hungry, stop when you're comfortable. •Limit caffeine to a moderate and consistent amount daily or eliminate it completely. •Avoid eating a high-fat diet. •Switch to plant and fish sources of omega-3s when possible. •Find out if NutraSweet is not so sweet for your headaches. •Limit tyramine-containing foods if you appear to be sensitive to it. (Link to a Low Tyramine Headache Diet (PDF) from the National Headache Foundation •Avoid certain additives if sensitive (MSG, nitrate/nitrite). •Beware of certain dehydrating beverages - those containing alcohol and caffeine. Stay hydrated as much as possible. •Work a couple of magnesium-rich foods into your day if you have hormonal headaches. Examples of magnesium-rich foods: Almonds, whole-grain bagel , barley, black beans, black-eyed peas, bran cereal with raisins, Brazil nuts, 100% whole-grain bread, brown rice, bulgur, cashews, and Wheat Chex
Food Tips For Migraines
Registered Dietitian Kerri Glassman explains to Julie Chen which foods hurt or help migraine headaches.
Foods Can Affect Headache Frequency Teresa Beach, a registered dietitian talks about foods that may trigger headaches. Beach states, "The best thing to do is keep a headache journal. On the days you get a migraine, try to think of every single thing you ate to see if there is a connection.
Milk, cheese and yogurt play a critical role in the diets of adults and children by providing essential nutrients. Drinking one cup of milk can help you meet the Dietary Guidelines for Americans’ recommended three servings of low-fat or fat-free milk or milk products per day.
One cup (8-ounce) serving of milk provides the following nutrients: (Information based on one cup fat-free white milk)
Calcium, provides 30% of the Daily Value. Calcium helps build and maintain bones and teeth. It plays a role in nerve function, muscle contraction and blood clotting.
Vitamin D, provides about 25% of the Daily Value. Vitamin D helps promote the absorption of calcium and enhances bone mineralization.
Protein, provides about 16% of the Daily Value and all of the essential amino acids. Protein builds and repairs muscle tissue and is a source of energy during intense physical activities.
Vitamin B12, provides about 22% of the Daily Value. Vitamin B12 helps build red blood cells that carry oxygen from the lungs to the muscles.
Riboflavin (Vitamin B2), provides about 26% of the Daily Value. Riboflavin helps convert food into energy. It is also involved in exercising muscles.
Phosphorus, provides about 25% of the Daily Value. Phosphorus helps strengthen bones.
The National Dairy Council provides some of the best nutrition education materials. They are advocates for healthy living and committed to our communities and health care needs. They are truly a user friendly organization.
National Dairy Council® (NDC) is the nutrition research, education and communications arm of Dairy Management Inc™. On behalf of U.S. dairy farmers, NDC provides science-based nutrition information to, and in collaboration with, a variety of stakeholders committed to fostering a healthier society, including health professionals, educators, school nutrition directors, academia, industry, consumers, and media.
Established in 1915, NDC is comprised of a staff of nutrition science researchers, registered dietitians and communications experts dedicated to educating the public on the health benefits of consuming milk and milk products throughout a person’s lifespan. In addition, NDC funds independent research to aid in the ongoing discovery of information about dairy foods’ important role in a healthy lifestyle. This research provides insights to industry for new dairy product innovation.
In partnership with its network of state and regional dairy councils, NDC disseminates nutrition programs, materials and research to support government recommendations for improved nutrition for Americans, including consumption of at least three servings of low-fat or fat-free milk and milk products a day.
Programs, Blogs and More from the National Dairy Council.
3-Every-Day™, a Dairy Promotion. Consuming 3-Every-Day™ of Dairy – three daily servings of milk, cheese, or yogurt is an easy way for families to get a powerful punch of nutrients to help build stronger bones and healthy bodies and reduce the risk of osteoporosis. In addition, a growing body of research suggests that enjoying three servings of dairy foods a day as part of a nutrient-rich, balanced diet may help maintain a healthy weight.
American Dairy Association of Indiana's Every Single Day TV Spot.
Fuel Up to Play 60is an in-school nutrition and physical activity program launched by National Dairy Council (NDC) and National Football League, in collaboration with the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). The program encourages youth to consume nutrient-rich foods (low-fat and fat-free dairy, fruits, vegetables and whole grains) and achieve 60 minutes of physical activity every day. Visit the Fuel Up to Play 60 website to learn more.
Dairy farms incorporate many sustainable practices that minimize their impact on the environment.
Messages from the Dairy Councils and Associations
American Dairy Farmers, 1990’s
Maine Dairy and Nutrition Council
Got Milk? Campaign encourages the consumption of cow's milk and was created by the advertising agency Goodby Silverstein and Partners for the California Milk Processor Board in 1993. It was later licensed for use by milk processors and dairy farmers. You may want to stop by and visit their website. It is colorful, interactive and has great information
Got Milk?
Sponsored by the American Dairy Farmers
Tribute to the Dairy Advertisers.
I’m not sure who gets the credit for the Cow Tap Dancing, but the Message is Milk gets you swinging again.
California Cheese "Sunshine" commercial
1977 Dannon Yogurt Commercials "Georgians Over 100"
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May is National Osteoporosis Awareness and Prevention Month. The National Osteoporosis Foundation (NOF) is the leading consumer and community-focused health organization dedicated to the prevention of osteoporosis and broken bones, the promotion of strong bones for life and the reduction of human suffering through programs of public and clinician awareness, education, advocacy and research.
The drastic consequence of osteoporosis is visible in the lives of the millions of sufferers worldwide. Researchers today know a lot about how you can protect your bones throughout your life. Getting enough calcium, vitamin D and regular exercise are important for your bones.
Feed Your Bones Today
Nutrition and Health: Osteoporosis by The Dairy and Nutrition Council of Indiana and Indiana Dairy Farmers
You’re never too young or too old to improve the health of your bones. Osteoporosis prevention should begin in childhood. But it shouldn’t stop there. Whatever your age, the habits you adopt now can affect your bone health for the rest of your life. Now is the time to take action.
Celebrate the 18th annual National Senior Health and Fitness Day.100,000 older adults will participate in activities at more than 1,000 locations throughout the U.S. The goal is to help keep older Americans healthy and fit. National Senior Health and Fitness Day is the nation's largest annual health promotion event for older adults.
The Mature Fitness Awards are designed to encourage and recognize regular physical activity among adults age 50, 60, 70, and over. The program offers 25 activities with something for everyone, from beginning exercisers to long-time fitness enthusiasts. Many activities are appropriate (or can be adapted) for disabled participants. When selecting an activity, find one that you enjoy and that fits into your daily or weekly routine so you will be likely to stick with it.
Shopping and nutrition tips for senior citizens, from Elisa Zeid, MS, RD
Gotta Dance The Movie captures the adventures of the first-ever senior citizen
hip hop dance team for the New Jersey Nets Basketball Team,
In the early 1990's Congress enacted the Nutrition Labeling and Education Act (NLEA), which gave the FDA power to require food manufacturers to label product.
May 21, 2011 When eating, try to focus on the food. "Be aware of the fact that you're eating," advises dietitian Bethany Thayer, director of wellness programs and strategies for Detroit's Henry Ford Health System. "Pay attention to the food you're eating and the signals you're getting about your hunger level."
May 21, 2011
Soda addiction: Man sheds 70 pounds just 'kicking the can'. "The body doesn't know what to do with all that sugar", says Sue Cunningham, a registered dietitian with the University of Texas Health Science Center. "No more than 10 percent of calories should come from sugar".
May 20, 2011 6 Foods to Eat If You're Skipping Meat. Kerri-Ann Jennings, M.S., R.D., Associate Editor, Nutrition for EatingWell Magazine states “having a balanced diet (meatless or not) is key to proper nutrition, so include these veggie foods in your diet to get critical nutrients your body needs.
May 19, 2011
Marilyn Wadum, Registered Dietitian compares Summer Time Treats and offers tips on how to make healthier choices when it comes to ice cream and other cool treats.
Up-coming Topics and Events
Monday, May 23.
National Taffy Day
Tuesday, May 24.
Sweets & Snacks Expo (May 24-26, 2011); Chicago, Illinois. All Candy Expo is now Sweets & Snacks Expo. It is the largest venue in the Americas to see New Products and New Trends, in New Categories, with New Merchandising concepts, from New Exhibitors, plus Invaluable Education and Industry Research.The largest confectionery, cookie and snack show in the Americas.
September 24 - 27, 2011. The 2011 ADA Food & Nutrition Conference & Expo (FNCE), San Diego Convention Center. The ADA's annual meeting is the premiere event for food and nutrition professionals. Educational sessions will cover the hottest topics including obesity, alternative medicine, culinary trends, life-cycle nutrition and medical nutrition therapy. Meet with more than 8,000 registered dietitians, nutrition science researchers, policy makers, health-care providers and industry leaders, all in one place – at the annual Food & Nutrition Conference & Expo (FNCE).
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