STAT March 10, 2025
The $60 billion dairy industry has a long history of finding ways to promote and protect dairy’s place in the American diet
In the world of nutrition research, dairy is neither hero nor villain. It contains important nutrients like protein and calcium. Yet full-fat dairy also contains relatively high levels of saturated fat, which has been linked to increased levels of harmful LDL cholesterol and greater risk of stroke and heart disease.
These complexities mean many health providers aim for nuance in how they talk about dairy, avoiding the full-throated endorsements they might give to leafy greens or legumes while discussing how dairy can be a part of a balanced diet. But a partnership between the dairy industry and the...
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