ToolkitsThese education kits offer free, downloadable materials to help educate your family and friends on the importance of nutrient-rich dairy foods.
Cheese Education Kit
Cheese can fit into almost any eating plan – from the Dietary Guidelines for Americans general population recommendations and many of its meal plans to the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) diet and other meal plans such as diabetic, Mediterranean, plant-based, vegetarian, gluten-free and low-lactose, among others. Natural cheese is made with four simple ingredients and process cheese is made from natural cheese. Cheese is a high-quality food rich in nutrients that has been, and continues to be, part of a healthy eating plan. While nutrient profiles vary due to the large variety of cheeses, cheese contributes essential nutrients for good health to the U.S. diet, including calcium, phosphorus, protein, vitamin A and zinc.
Despite the fact that cheese contributes only 8 percent of the sodium to the U.S. diet, the Innovation Center for U.S. Dairy® has spearheaded an industry best practices task force of over 18 cheese companies working to address public health as well as people’s needs and lifestyles. Cheese makers continue to lead process control and product innovations as part of the solution to help lower sodium — while maintaining expectations for food safety and taste.
SUDIA, the National Dairy Council and the Innovation Center for U.S. Dairy are thrilled to bring two new resources to health and nutrition professionals to help educate the public about the role of cheese in a healthy eating plan.
- BROCHURE: General Audience Cheese Healthy Eating
- BROCHURE: Health Professional Cheese Nutrition
This kit offers research, handouts, and other education resources that speak to health considerations important for African-Americans and the role of dairy foods in a healthful diet.
*DASH may not be appropriate for a low sodium diet.
African-American Health Education Kit
This kit offers research, handouts, and other education resources that speak to health considerations important for African-Americans and the role of dairy foods in a healthful diet.
*DASH may not be appropriate for a low sodium diet.
ADVERTORIALS
DASH Advertorial - African Americans
DAIRY COUNCIL DIGEST
Lactose Intolerance Revisited, Volume 79, Number 5 September/October 2008
FACT SHEETS
Dairy's Role in African-American Health Fact Sheet
HANDOUTS
Lactose Intolerance and Your Child
SUPPORTING SCIENCE
DASH Health Education Kit
Research shows the low-fat Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) eating plan, which includes two to three servings of dairy foods and eight to ten servings of fruits and vegetables, may help manage blood pressure. In fact, a trio of minerals found in dairy foods – calcium, potassium and magnesium – may play an important role in maintaining healthy blood pressure.
See below for handouts, recipes, and other patient and client education materials on dairy foods’ critical role in blood pressure maintenance.
ADVERTORIALS
DAIRY COUNCIL DIGEST
Health Benefits of Dairy Foods: An Update (PDF), Volume 78, Number 6 November/December 2007
FACT SHEETS
DASH Nutrition (American Dietetic Association)
HANDOUTS
PRESENTATIONS
The DASH Eating Plan: The Role of Dairy and Dairy Nutrients in Promoting the Benefits of DASH
SUPPORTING SCIENCE
NUTRITIOUS RECIPES
Baked Apples with Cinnamon Yogurt Topping
Fuel Up to Play 60 Health Education Kit
Fuel Up to Play 60 is an in-school program that encourages the availability and consumption of nutrient-rich foods, along with at least 60 minutes of daily physical activity.
The program was launched by National Dairy Council and the NFL, in collaboration with United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). The program, in more than 60,000 schools, provides youth with concrete opportunities to improve healthy eating and physical activity.This education kit provides the latest information about the Fuel Up to Play 60 program, resources on how to get involved and valuable materials including the Fuel Up to Play 60 Turnkey Presentation.
ADVERTORIALS
"Health Professionals Support Fuel Up to Play 60" Advertorial
GUIDEBOOK
"How to Build a Healthy Kid" Back-to-School Guidebook
HANDOUTS
Training Table Tips from the Pros
PRESENTATIONS
"Let's Fight for Healthier Kids" Fuel Up to Play 60 Turnkey Presentation
Healthy Weight Health Education Kit
Research shows that enjoying three servings of low-fat or fat-free milk, cheese, or yogurt as part of a nutrient-rich, balanced diet may help maintain a healthy weight. See below for the latest science behind dairy’s role in healthy weight maintenance, education materials, and more.
DAIRY COUNCIL DIGEST
Health Benefits of Dairy Foods: An Update Volume 78, Number 6 November/December 2007
LINKS
Alliance for a Healthier Generation
American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) Handouts
American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) Kids' Health supplement in USA Today
American Dietetic Association (ADA)
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Statistics and Recommendations
General Mills Bell Institute of Health and Nutrition - Nutrition Education Materials
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) Weight Loss and Control
The President's Council on Physical Fitness & Sports
50 Ways to Trim Your Waistline
SUPPORTING SCIENCE
Hispanic Health Education Kit
This kit offers research, handouts and other education resources that speak to health considerations important for Hispanics and the role of dairy foods in a healthful diet.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
DAIRY COUNCIL DIGEST
THE DAIRY REPORT BLOG ENTRIES
Donde Hay Salud, Hay Alegría: Optimizing Hispanic Health & Nutrition
SUPPORTING SCIENCE
HANDOUTS
Lactose Intolerance Health Education Kit
Many health authorities agree that milk and milk products are an important and practical source of key nutrients, for all people – including those who are lactose intolerant.
The following information provides health and nutrition professionals with the latest research related to lactose intolerance, as well as information on management strategies that can help individuals with lactose intolerance enjoy dairy foods and meet nutrient recommendations.
ADVERTORIALS
A New Conversation About Lactose Intolerance: Help Your Patients Enjoy Dairy Again
DAIRY COUNCIL DIGEST
Lactose Intolerance: New Understandings - Volume 81, Number 4 July/August 2010
Lactose Intolerance Revisited Volume 79, Number 5 September/October 2008
HANDOUTS
The Lowdown on Lactose Intolerance: Making the Most of Milk
PRESENTATIONS
"A Closer Look at Lactose Intolerance Among Different Ethnic Groups" (October 2011)
Webinar: "New Directions in Lactose Intolerance: Moving From Science to Solutions"
Webinar Recording: "Lactose Intolerance: Health Consequences and Nutrition Solutions"
Webinar Slides (PDF version): "Lactose Intolerance: Health Consequences and Nutrition Solutions"
SUPPORTING SCIENCE
Unintended Consequences of Dairy Avoidance (2011)
SUPPORTING SCIENCE
American Academy of Pediatrics Lactose Intolerance Report (September 2006)
Key Findings: National Medical Association Consensus Report (December 2004)
Whey Protein Health Education Kit
Health and fitness professionals are a trusted resource for accurate, up to date information about nutrition and exercise. Our client education tools, nutrition materials, and recommended web links have been developed to help you educate active adults about optimal nutrition practices for a healthy lifestyle.
What is whey protein?
Whey protein is a high-quality protein naturally found in dairy. It is a complete protein containing all of the essential amino acids ("building blocks") your body needs and is easy to digest. Whey protein is also one of the best sources of branched-chain amino acids (BCAA), including leucine, which has been shown to stimulate muscle protein synthesis.
Who benefits from whey protein?
Many people can benefit from adding whey protein to their diet. Healthy, active adults who partake in resistance exercise may find that whey protein helps to improve body composition by helping to increase the rate at which the body makes lean muscle. Whey protein may also help those trying to manage body weight because it is a natural and convenient way of adding protein to the diet. Diets high in protein have been shown to help people feel fuller longer, which may reduce the desire to snack or over-eat, leading to decreased caloric intake. Higher protein, reduced calorie diets have also been shown to improve the quality of weight loss by increasing the loss of body fat and/or reducing the loss of lean muscle. In addition, starting at about the age of forty, muscle mass begins to decline, but including whey protein at each meal can be an easy and healthy way to help minimize this loss.
Where do I find whey protein?
Whey protein can be found in powders, drink mixes, energy bars, yogurt, and other foods. Products with whey protein as a major source of protein will list “whey protein isolate,” “whey protein concentrate,” or “hydrolyzed whey protein” near the beginning of the ingredients list. Whey protein powder is very convenient and can be added to smoothies, oatmeal, mashed potatoes, soup or other common foods.
DAIRY COUNCIL DIGEST
Dietary Protein's Role in Healthy Aging - Volume 81, Number 2 March/April 2010
Dairy Protein Benefits for Physically Active People Volume 79, Number 3 May/June 2008
The Role of Protein in Satiety & Weight Management - Volume 80, Number 5 September/October 2009
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
HANDOUTS
SUPPORTING SCIENCE
Whey Protein Research Overview
LINKS
WIC Health Education Kit
Here you’ll find research, handouts, and other materials, in English and Spanish, about dairy’s role in The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC) program. The educational handouts are perfect for use in local WIC offices.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
AAP News, June 2007: Clearing Up Confusion on the Role of Dairy in Children's Diets
HANDOUTS
HANDOUTS AND TIP SHEETS
Healthier Eating: Getting Where You Need to Be (English)
HANDOUTS AND TIP SHEETS - SPANISH
Healthier Eating: Getting Where You Need to Be