Goodness of milk and dairy 1. Milk is a Good Source of Important Nutrients needed by the body Milk provides three types of building blocks for growth and development: 1.Nutrients that are needed for building organs, tissues and cells (e.g. calcium, phosphorous, magnesium, proteins , and fats, being part of bones, teeth, muscles, brain, and skin). 2. Nutrients that regulate the complex machinery in the body to run smoothly (e.g. vitamins, potassium, magnesium, proteins, fats, iodine, #FOODforThought energy from lactose and fat). 3.Nutrients that contribute to protection against invaders such as pathogens and toxic compounds (e.g. proteins, zinc, vitamins, selenium).It should be recognized that these nutrients work in cooperation and that proper functioning of the body depends on adequate intake and stores of nutrients such that optimal levels in the system determine optimal output, for whatever functions. • Calcium: Helps build strong bones and teeth and plays a role in reducing high blood pressure. • Protein: Helps to build and repair body tissues and form antibodies that help fight infection. • Vitamin D3: Helps to keep bone and teeth strong. • Vitamin A: Essential for good eyesight development and assists in the body’s immune function. • Fat: For energy and the absorption of fat- soluble vitamins A, D, E and K. • Zinc: For a good immune system, and healthy growth and development. • Phosphorus: Phosphorus plays a role in calcium #FfT absorption and utilization. • Magnesium: Maintains the muscles, bones, nerves and immune functions. • Vitamin C: Helps to boost immune system and to fight against diseases. • Vitamin E: An Antioxidant that prevent chronic diseases. • Vitamin K1: Essential for blood clotting. • Folic Acid: Helps to prevent anaemia. • Riboflavin: Needed to break down the energy that we get from food. • Vitamin B: Provides energy to maintain daily activities. top
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