More on milk’s amazing benefits
Milk is the top food source for calcium, potassium and vitamin D, three nutrients most Americans are lacking.
Nutrition Facts
A Source of Thirteen Essential Nutrients
Dairy is a scientifically proven powerhouse food. One glass of milk contains at least 10% of your daily value of thirteen essential nutrients – some up to 50%!
*Source: USDA FoodData Central online at https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/. Mean values calculated from database entries across all fat levels of plain vitamin D-fortified fluid milk in Legacy, Foundation, and Survey (FNDDS) data sources.
Macros
Protein helps build and maintain lean muscle. Dairy includes two types of high-quality protein, with all the essential amino acids, which are the building blocks of life.
16% daily value per glass
Protein
Vitamins
Vitamin A promotes healthy eyes, skin and immune system.
15% daily value per glass
Vitamin A
Vitamins
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) helps convert food into energy and plays a vital role in the development of the central nervous system.
35% daily value per glass
Vitamin B2
(Riboflavin)
Vitamins
Vitamin B3 (Niacin) helps your body’s enzymes function normally by converting food into energy.
10% daily value per glass
Vitamin B3
(Niacin)
Vitamins
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid) helps your body use carbohydrates, fat and protein for fuel.
20% daily value per glass
Vitamin B5
(Pantothenic Acid)
Vitamins
Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin) helps build red blood cells and maintain the central nervous system.
50% daily value per glass
Vitamin B12
(Cobalamin)
Vitamins
Vitamin D helps your body absorb calcium to maintain strong bones and teeth. Studies also show that vitamin D is important for fighting depression and Seasonal Affective Disorder.
15% daily value per glass
Vitamin D
Minerals / Electrolytes
Calcium builds and maintains strong bones and teeth, helping reduce your risk of osteoporosis later in life. It also helps promote normal blood pressure.
25% daily value per glass
Calcium
Minerals / Electrolytes
Phosphorus works with calcium and vitamin D to your keep bones strong. It also helps your body use and store energy.
20% daily value per glass
Phosphorus
Milk is the top food source for calcium, potassium and vitamin D, three nutrients most Americans are lacking.
