Dairys Health Benefits Q. What are the health benefits of dairy foods?
A. Studies show dairy foods, when consumed as part of a healthy diet, improve overall diet quality and may help to reduce the risk of osteoporosis, hypertension, obesity, colon cancer and metabolic syndrome. The health benefits of dairy foods are so significant that, according to a recent report, daily consumption (3 to 4 servings) by all Americans could lead to a reduction in a healthcare costs of $26 billion in the first year and more than $200 billion over five years. For more information, see The Benefits of Dairy Foods in Health Promotion and Newer Knowledge of Dairy Foods.
