MyPlate: Dairy

Considered to be a 1 cup serving of the Dairy Group

1 cup of milk, yogurt or calcium-fortified soy drink, 1.5 ounces of natural cheese, or 2 ounces of processed cheese.

Osteoporosis

A condition in which the body's bones become weak and break easily. Getting the recommended number of servings from the Dairy Group can help to avoid this serious condition.

Lactose intolerance

A condition where people are not able to easily digest the lactose in dairy products. This can be avoided by choosing lactose-free alternatives from the Dairy Group or consuming the enzyme lactase.

Pasteurized

A heat process used to kill bacteria in a food for food safety and to prevent spoilage. Ex.-milk, eggs.

Low-fat Milk

A type of milk that has 1% milk fat, also called 1% milk.

Reduced-fat Milk

A type of milk that has 2% milk fat, also called 2% milk.

Whole Milk

A type of milk that has 3.5% milk fat

Skim Milk

A type of milk that has had its fat content removed, also called fat-free milk.

Butter, Cream Cheese, and Cream

Dairy products that have a limited amount of calcium and higher fat content.

Who needs to consume Dairy Group products?

Everyone, however the amounts and types depend on one's age.

Lactose-free Dairy Group products

Kale, broccoli, bok choy, canned salmon, sardines, calcium-fortified soy milk and orange juice.

Yogurt

Made by adding bacteria to milk, causing it to start fermentation. (Good substitute for mayo and cream.)

Calcium

Main mineral found in milk which supports strong teeth and bones.

2 1/2 - 3, one-cup servings

The amount of Dairy that is recommended for teens to consume daily.

Fat-free or Low-fat

What most Dairy Group choices should be to reap the nutritional benefits while minimizing the health consequences.

Vitamin D

Works with calcium to make absorption by the body possible.