Many organizations have issued statements that support and recommend children drink flavored milk, especially in light of the childhood obesity epidemic and the paradox of being overweight yet undernourished.
AAP News Article Clears Confusion on Dairy's Role in Children's Diet
In the June, 2007 issue of AAP News, the American Academy of Pediatrics clears confusion on dairy's role in children's diets and supports flavored milk. Read the article.
AAP Recommends Dairy for Children's Bone Health
A report released by the American Academy of Pediatrics in February, 2006 encourages children and adolescents to get 3-A-Day™ of Dairy, including drinking flavored milk, to help build strong bones and reduce risk of fractures and osteoporosis later in life. Read the summary.
The 2005 Dietary Guidelines for Americans Supports 3 Daily Servings of Dairy
The 2005 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, which identify low-fat and fat-free milk and milk products as one of the Food Groups to Encourage, also state adding small amounts of sugars to nutrient-dense foods, like reduced-fat milk, may increase consumption by enhancing palatability without contributing extra calories. For the related section of the Dietary Guidelines, visit www.health.gov or download Dairy in School Wellness Policies ![[PDF]](/images/sfs/pdficon.gif){kind=small}
for a summary.
AAP Soft Drink Policy Statement Recommends Flavored Milk as Replacement
A 2004 American Academy of Pediatrics policy statement on soft drinks recommends replacing sweetened drinks with real fruit and vegetable juices, water and low-fat white or flavored milk. It also notes as sweetened drink consumption rises, milk consumption declines. Read the summary.
