Citation
(2011), "Dairy benefits", Nutrition & Food Science, Vol. 41 No. 5. https://doi.org/10.1108/nfs.2011.01741eaa.033
Publisher
:Emerald Group Publishing Limited
Copyright © 2011, Emerald Group Publishing Limited
Dairy benefits
Article Type: Food facts From: Nutrition & Food Science, Volume 41, Issue 5
The overwhelming majority of young people are aware of the nutritional benefits of milk, according to a new UK-wide study. The Dairy Council commissioned research among 1,001 12-20 year olds across Britain to assess their attitudes to milk.
The research found:
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85% of 12-20 year olds surveyed believe low fat milk is a healthy food.
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99% believe milk contains calcium.
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98% believe calcium is needed for strong teeth.