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.
However, while Google searches for 'gut health' have more than doubled in the last three years, the survey found 41% of consumers remain unaware of the gut microbiome, and 50% don't realize it can impact gut health, revealing an opportunity for additional education.
Both Sonali Raghunath and Pratishtha Verma are active committee members of IFT’s Dairy Foods Division, with Verma leading the resource library and dairy food magazine teams and Raghunath managing its social media presence.
Whey proteins provide protection against infection, boost muscle health. Constituting 20% of total milk protein, whey proteins boast a high nutritional value, are easily digestible, and readily absorbed.
Dairy nutrients work to ward off sickness, writes Chris Cifelli, Ph.D., of the National Dairy Council. Yet, roughly two of every 10 Americans are falling short of consuming the recommended three daily servings of dairy and five daily servings of fruits and vegetables.
The new Activia+ product line includes three flavors.
March 9, 2022
The drinks are packed with billions of live and active probiotics to help support gut health, plus are an excellent source of vitamin C, vitamin D and zinc to support the immune system, the company says.