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The new DGA emphasizes the need for 1.2-1.6 grams of high-quality protein per kilogram of body weight daily, nearly doubling past recommendations. It advises including a variety of protein sources from both animals and plants, while dairy remains a valuable nutritional option for all ages.

Congress is considering legislation that would once again allow schools to serve whole milk to their students. Earlier this year, the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act was reintroduced with bipartisan support in both the House and Senate. 

Following a successful checkoff pilot, Dairy Management Inc. (DMI) reports that the results of the checkoff checkoff-initiated smoothie program pilot showed increased consumption of milk and yogurt. As a result, the program will be offered in more schools this fall, the Rosemont, Il.-based company says.

A silent crisis is gripping our nation’s children. In a typical school year, more than 30 million students of all ages rely on school breakfast and lunch for their daily recommended intake of critical nutrients.