1. Milk and Calcium!
Benefits of Drinking Milk
 Drinking enough milk from childhood throughout life help to make
bones strong and protect them from diseases like osteoporosis
 Drinking plenty of milk is beneficial for the development and
maintenance of healthy teeth
 People who consume non-fat or low-fat milk are more likely to be
slimmer and decreases their risk of obesity
 Consuming non-fat or low-fat milk reduces individual’s risk for
developing type 2 diabetes
 Calcium, which is found in milk, plays an important role in making
sure that nerves and muscles work properly
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Recommended Daily
Intake of Calcium
1-3 years: 700 milligrams
4-8 years: 1,000 milligrams
9-18 years: 1,300 milligrams
Good Sources of Calcium!
8 ounces of non-fat or low-fat milk
8 ounces of calcium-fortified orange juice
2 ounces of American cheese
6 ounces of yogurt
½ cup collard greens
1 ounce of almonds
4 ounces of cottage cheese