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The ABCs of GLP-1s: Good Things Come in Small Packages

Dairy provides many of the answers consumers are seeking.

January 12, 2026

As the new year begins, many are using glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1RAs) for weight loss. While effective, these medications can cause nutritional deficiencies, making dairy a vital source of protein and nutrients.

Going beyond the DEIA headlines to elevate the health of Americans

Diversity presents opportunities to support nutritional health and well-being in underserved communities.

Amy DeLisio

June 17, 2025

Beyond the diversity, equity and inclusion headlines lies a deeper truth: ensuring that diverse populations have access to nutritional foods like dairy.

Dairy is a “super food”

Why dairy has reached a seminal moment.

Brian Berk

April 4, 2025

It is of course anecdotal, but I have noticed a major shift in consumer trends toward dairy products in the last several months. This is definitely something for the dairy industry to capitalize on.

Dairy’s benefits cannot be replaced

Calcium, D vitamins and protein are all derived from one source.

Sharon Gerdes

December 27, 2022

Calcium, D vitamins and protein are all derived from one source.

2022 State of the Industry: Ingredients: Dairy rockets toward a new galaxy

Suppliers are keeping pace with evolving processor and shopper demands for flavorful products that emphasize wellness and visual appearance.

Richard Mitchell

November 14, 2022

Suppliers are keeping pace with evolving processor and shopper demands for flavorful products that emphasize wellness and visual appearance.

NMPF, IDFA applaud passage of Healthy Meals, Healthy Kids Act

The bill reauthorizes federal child nutrition programs.

July 27, 2022

“Dairy farmers and processors across the nation pride themselves on providing nutritious, healthful foods. Milk provides 13 essential vitamins and nutrients, including three of the four deemed to be of public health concern. Milk also is the top source of calcium, potassium, phosphorus, and vitamin D in kids ages 2 to18."

Functional ingredients support immune, brain and digestive health

Immune health will continue to drive food and beverage purchases in 2022.

Sharon Gerdes

February 14, 2022

Immune health will continue to drive food and beverage purchases in 2022.

Kemps and Roundy’s celebrate the benefits of milk this holiday season

Nutrition and healthy eating are ‘the reason for the season.’

December 10, 2020

Kemps, a St. Paul, Minn.-based subsidiary of Dairy Farmers of America, said it is teaming up with Milwaukee-based Roundy's Supermarkets Inc. to remind consumers of its daily value this holiday season.

Look to dairy for calcium and vitamin D

Dairy calcium is highly bioavailable and works synergistically with vitamin D and other nutrients to build healthy bones. Adding probiotics may increase bioavailability

Sharon Gerdes

October 9, 2018

A few years back, my family physician recommended that I be tested for bone mineral density and start taking a calcium supplement. I explained that I got my calcium from dairy and had great bones.

Vitamin D is vital for healthy aging

Vitamin D is a nutrient that is lacking in the diets of seniors. Fortified dairy products provide a better nutrient package for healthy aging than Vitamin D pills.

Sharon Gerdes

June 3, 2016

People are living longer, but their golden years are often marked by physical and mental decline. It is estimated that as many as 90% of seniors are deficient in Vitamin D, a critical nutrient for aging bodies and brains. Physicians frequently prescribe a vitamin D supplement, but fortified dairy foods contain a readily absorbable source of this nutrient, plus an overall nutrient package that may be more beneficial to bone, cardiovascular and cognitive health than a pill.