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27 May 2016
The Morning Bulletin
AUSTRALIANS love their milk, consuming on average 105litres a year.
But it’s not enough considering nine in 10 of us are failing to meet the Australian Dietary Guidelines’ recommended intake of the dairy food group.
Legendairy ambassador and celebrity chef Karen Martini says the fact so many of us see milk as simply a cereal topper or coffee accompaniment has a lot to do with it.
“One way to work more dairy, like milk, into your diet is to incorporate it in your cooking, side dishes and desserts. Dairy products are so pure, rich and luscious, they enhance almost every ingredient you pair it with. So, give it a go,” Karen said.
“What’s more, something as simple as a glass of milk is not only refreshing for kids – and not just kids – but it is also ‘real’ food, a real snack full of nutrients.
“I’m a real believer in cooking with wholefoods, foods that are unprocessed and as complete as possible. Milk is just that – an essential wholefood.”
In celebration of the 15th annual World Milk Day on Wednesday, June 1, here’s five reasons why we should all raise a glass:
It’s good for us. Milk is packed full of nutrients, including calcium, protein, riboflavin and more, all from one single ingredient: milk! This unique package of nutrients are essential for healthy bones and teeth, can help to reduce the risk of heart disease, hypertension, type 2 diabetes and even some cancers.
Contrary to popular opinion, when consumed in adequate amounts as part of a caloriecontrolled diet, milk can help to accelerate weight loss, particularly from around the waist.
We need more of it. Despite all this, recent data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics has revealed dairy is the second-most lacking food group in Australians’ diets after vegetables, with 90 per cent of us not getting our recommended serves and missing out on its many benefits.
It helps our Australian dairy farmers. Every Australian milk product we buy is helping our local dairy farmers who need our support now more than ever.
