10. Carbohydrate: Milk is a source of carbohydrate and a great drink for athletes.
9. Vitamin B6: Milk is a source of vitamin B6, which helps build protein and blood cells.
8. Zinc: Milk is a source of zinc, which helps build protein and is involved in the immune response. Milk is the #3 source of zinc in the Canadian diet.
7. Protein: Protein provides the building blocks for muscle and other body tissues. Milk is the #3 source of protein in the Canadian diet.
6. Vitamin A: Vitamin A keeps eyes and skin healthy. Milk is the #2 source of vitamin A in the Canadian diet.
5. Potassium: Potassium is the main nutrient responsible for fluid balance. Milk is the #3 source of potassium in the Canadian diet.
4. Vitamin B12: Vitamin B12 helps form healthy red blood cells. Milk is the #2 source of vitamin B12 in the Canadian diet.
3. Riboflavin: Riboflavin keeps skin, eyes and nerves healthy and releases energy in cells. Milk is the #1 source of riboflavin in the Canadian diet.
2. Vitamin D: Vitamin D is needed to absorb calcium. Milk is the #1 source of vitamin D in the Canadian diet.
1. Calcium: Calcium keeps bones healthy. Milk is the #1 source of calcium in the Canadian diet.
Reference: Canada Food Stats 1.8, November 2005, Statistics Canada
