Dairy Farming Today
http://dairyfarmingtoday.org
Dairy farmers work hard every day to bring you fresh, great-tasting, wholesome milk products. Almost all dairies are family-owned, and as active members of their communities, farm families take pride in maintaining natural resources.
Agriculture
Farm Bureaus
The Southeast's farm bureaus represent
NUTRITION
3-A-Day
http://www.3aday.org
Everything you need to know to give your family 3-a-day of dairy... the fun, easy way!
Kids Health
http://www.kidshealth.org
Medical experts from the Nemours Foundation created this interactive site that provides great information for parents kids and teens
Nutrient Rich Foods Coalition
http://www.nutrientrichfoods.org
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offers fast and reliable information to help you eat the nutrient-rich way—that means getting the most vitamins, minerals and other nutrients—but not too many calories—from the foods you choose.
Nutrition for Kids
http://www.nutritionforkids.com
This “24 Carrot Press for Children” addresses a variety of nutrition related parenting topics through the “Feeding the Kids” newsletter. It is also helpful to children, parents and educators.
The American Dietetic Association
http://www.eatright.org
The American Dietetic Association’s site provides food and nutrition information from registered dieticians including “Hot Topic” fact sheets on a variety of topics.
The Cyber Diet
http://www.cyberdiet.com
This site promotes healthy lifestyles through diet and nutrition, exercise and fitness, online E-Counseling and much more.
School Nutrition Association
http://www.schoolnutrition.org
Find the latest ideas and news on child nutrition programs, wellness policy development, continuing education, meetings and events and much more of what is happening in school foodservice across the country.
USDA Food and Nutrition Information Center
http://www.nal.usda.gov/fnic
Wondering how much fat was in that sandwich at lunch? Well, check out USDA's Food and Information Center. Click on Dietary Assessment for a list of reputable web sites. You can figure out how your diet stacks up or how much activity you've done.
Washington State Dairy Council
http://www.eatsmart.org
Washington State Dairy Council’s site features nutrition resources, tips, educational materials and a trivia game for kids.
Activities for Healthy Kids
http://www.actionforhealthykids.org/
A group that works to create health-promoting schools.
BUTTER
Butter is Best
http://www.butterisbest.com
You had "butter" believe that butter is better. This site offers butter recipes, trendy gift-giving ideas and the latest in cooking fads.
CALCIUM
American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) Calcium Tools
http://www.aaporg/healthtopic/calcium/cfm
Peruse the many resources available on calcium and bone health from the American Academy of Pediatrics.
CHEESE
Announcing the South’s Best Cheeses
http://www.southernfoodways.com
Southern Foodways Alliance, an organization that promotes and preserves southern food and culture, will announce the winner of the South’s Best Cheeses Contest on October 28th in Oxford, Mississippi. A panel of three judges tasted fifty- two southern cheeses.
I Love Cheese
http://www.ilovecheese.com
Craving cheese? You can find plenty of inspiration at this site from the American Dairy Association. The pages are filled with tantalizing cheese recipes, profiles on delicious domestic cheeses and basic information on storing and handling cheese.
DAIRY
Milk Delivers
http://www.milkdelivers.org
Find information, materials, programs and promotions on increasing milk consumption at schools at this site, sponsored by the Milk Processor Education Program (MilkPEP). Current promotions include Spotlight On, Refuel Your School, the School Poster Program and the SAMMY Awards.
National Dairy Council
http://www.nationaldairycouncil.org
“Surf” through the National Dairy Council Nutrition Clinic to find current research and nutrition information and download “Dairy Council Digest” and “The Calcium Counseling Resource.
EDUCATION
NUTRITION EXPEDITION
http://www.nutritionexplorations.org/educators/main.asp
Introducing Little D's Nutrition Expedition for 2nd grade and Arianna's Nutrition Expedition for 4th grade! Teach your students the importance of good nutrition with these new teacher-tested nutrition education programs. Enroll today!
My Pyramid for Kids
http://www.mypyramid.gov/kids/index.html
HEALTH
Access your diet: Get healthy with Dairy
http://my.webmd.com/content/pages(...)diet.webmd.com
Calcium and other nutrients in dairy foods, combined with exercise, may help you lose weight and strengthen your bones. Click this link to assess your diet and lifestyle through a short quiz. You will be given personalized tips to help you improve your dit and physical activity.
Activities for Healthy Kids
http://www.actionforhealthykids.org
Action for Healthy Kids is about creating health-promoting schools that support sound nutrition and physical activity as part of a total learning environment.
Healthy Choices
http://www.healthychoices.org
Created by the growers of Washington State Apples, this site provides nutrition education and healthy eating activities for kids, parents, students and teachers. Also available in Spanish.
National Osteoporosis Foundation
http://www.nof.org
Did you know 91 percent of respondents in a recent survey by the National Osteoporosis Foundation (NOF) wished they had known how to prevent osteoporosis? Plus, 97 percent surveyed believe every woman should take preventative measures against this silent disease affecting 28 million Americans. Learn more about osteoporosis through the NOF site.
Milk Matters
http://www.nichd.nih.gov/milk/milk.cfm
Learn about a national campaign to address low calcium intake of children and teens.
Powerful Bones. Powerful Girls
http://www.cdc.gov/powerfulbones/parents/index.html
The National Bone health Campaign, Powerful Bones. Powerful Girls, is a campaign to promote optimal bone health in girls ages 9-12, and thus reduce the risk of osteoporosis later in life
United States Department of Agriculture
http://www.usda.gov/cnpp
This site by the United States Department of Agriculture, features the Dietary Guidelines, the Interactive Healthy Eating Index, the Food Guide Pyramid, recipes, video archives, links and more.
MILK
Got Milk? Merchandise
http://www.gotmilk.com
got milk? This site has milk and more. You can purchase tee-shirts, posters and other goodies.
Mix It With Milk
http://www.mixitwithmilk.com
Fun exciting milk recipes and news for kids.
Moo Milk
http://www.moomilk.com
A fun site for kids and adults where you can learn more about milk and cows, and even take a virtual dairy tour!