Dairy products contain essential nutrients. Dairy products can replace foods that are high in energy but low in nutrients while still giving you loads of healthy energy. Research has shown that children and adults who consume dairy products on a daily basis have a better quality nutrient intake. Furthermore, dairy products collectively supply four out of the seven nutrients adults struggle to obtain daily. These nutrients include calcium, potassium, magnesium and vitamin A.
Percentages of nutrients met by having 3-A-DAY™ dairy
The table below shows the contribution of 3 servings of dairy per day to the NRV. The 3 servings are made up of 250 ml full-cream milk, 200 ml low-fat yoghurt and 40 g cheese
|
Nutrient
|
% NRV*
in 3 servings
|
| Vitamin A |
31.7 |
| Thiamin (B1) |
8 |
| Riboflavin (B2) |
66 |
| Niacin (B3) |
2.9 |
|
Vitamin B6
|
13.2 |
| Vitamin B12 |
96 |
| Calcium |
69.5 |
| Potassium ** |
42 |
| Magnesium |
17 |
| Zinc |
35.5 |
| Phosphorus |
52 |
| Proteins |
45.6 |
| Carbohydrates*** |
12.1 |
* NRV - Nutrient Reference Value for individuals 4 years and older
** RDA - Recommended Dietary Allowance
*** Prudent Dietary guidelines for macro nutrients
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Dairy’s nutrients
Dairy products contain the following nutrients:
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