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February 11, 2010
Never have time for breakfast? Try some of these easy ideas! To get started—try some drinks and smoothies from this website, or create your own—use equal parts of fruit (fresh, frozen, canned, or juice) and a milk product of your choice (yogurt, milk, buttermilk) Try your favourite yogurt and fruit without blending it Leftover dinners […]
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February 11, 2010
Tips to get organized. Plan your meals for a few days and then make your grocery list—this way you can buy enough fresh food to last until your next shopping trip, but not too much so that it spoils Find a grocery store that is convenient for you—one where you can make a quick stop […]
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February 10, 2010
You might need to check how much you get from food first. If you have milk allergies, severe lactose intolerance, or don’t use milk or milk prodicts, you may need a calicum supplement. If you have high calcium needs and a small appetite, you may need to consider supplements in combination with calcium-rich foods. Ideas […]
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February 10, 2010
The amount of calcium we get from foods depends on two things: how much calcium is in the portion of food we eat, and how much we can absorb. The amount of calcium we get from foods depends on two things—how much calcium is in the portion of food we eat (calcium content), and how […]
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February 10, 2010
Are you lactose intolerant? You can reintroduce dairy products in your diet. Contrary to what most people think, many of those who are lactose intolerant can have some milk and milk products. Some of the ways to decrease discomfort are to consume small amounts of milk products at meals and to combine milk with other […]
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February 10, 2010
Over the age of two, fortified soy beverage counts as a milk alternative. According to Health Canada, fortified soy beverages, although not identical to cow’s milk, are a nutritionally adequate alternative. They are suitable beverages for those who cannot or do not drink milk. Unfortified soy beverages are not nutritionally similar to milk and cannot […]
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February 10, 2010
You might be surprised how little fat or few calories milk products contribute to a balanced diet. Many people mistakenly believe they have to cut out milk products in order to eat less fat or fewer calories. In fact, it is surprising how few calories and little fat milk products contribute to the diet. Skim […]
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February 10, 2010
Try these 7 ideas to include more milk in your day. Ideas for action: Try adding various flavourings to your milk (such as chocolate, strawberry, vanilla, almond, or malt) or buy flavoured milks. They have all the nutrition of plain milk. Try steamed almond milk, caffé latte, mocha or other steamed milk beverages. Try various […]
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February 9, 2010
Making whipped cream at home is easy when you know these simple tips. Learn which type of cream is best for whipping, and how to get perfect, delicious whipped cream every time. The key to whipping cream successfully is to start with the right kind of cream—whipping cream, which contains about 33%-35% milk fat. (Cereal […]
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