Handbook of Dairy Foods and Nutrition

This text compiles current information on the role of dairy foods in a healthy, balanced diet. Chapters examine topics including: cardiovascular health; blood pressure; colon cancer risk; bone and oral health; vegetarians; lactose intolerance; and childhood nutrition issues.

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Handbook of Dairy Foods and Nutrition compiles the most current information on the role of dairy foods in a healthy diet. This volume scientifically reviews the full range of fact and fiction concerning the dietary contributions of dairy foods. Each chapter has been reviewed by recognized experts in the area that it addresses.
Although many are aware of the valuable benefits of dairy foods and the nutrients they provide, others remain skeptical despite scientific evidence. This book examines the role of dairy in diets for cardiovascular health, regulating blood pressure, reducing colon cancer risk, and enhancing bone and oral health. In addition, the bone health of vegetarians, lactose intolerance, and childhood nutrition issues are addressed.