NUTRIENT | WHAT IT DOES | |
Calcium | Dairy is probably best known for its calcium, which helps build healthy bones and teeth. | |
Potassium | Potassium regulates the body's fluid balance, helps maintain normal blood pressure and is one of the essential nutrients the USDA says Americans lack the most. | |
Phosphorus | Feeling sluggish? Phosphorus helps generate energy in the body's cells. | |
Protein | Dairy provides a good source of high-quality protein. The protein in milk, cheese and yogurt builds and repairs muscle tissue and can help you feel full. | |
Vitamin A | Vitamin A is important for maintaining healthy skin and vision. | |
Vitamin D | Also known as the sunshine vitamin, vitamin D is one of the nutrients Americans lack the most. It helps promote the absorption of calcium and enhances bone strength. One 8-ounce glass provides 25 percent of your daily requirement. | |
Vitamin B12 | Vitamin B12 helps maintain healthy red blood cells and nerve tissue. Milk and yogurt are both excellent sources of this essential nutrient. | |
Riboflavin | Also known as vitamin B2, riboflavin helps convert food into energy. | |
Niacin | Niacin (or niacin equivalent) is important for the normal function of many enzymes in the body and is involved in the processing of sugars and fatty acids. | |
