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I stopped at the grocery store last night and decided to try out Fairlife Milk!
I'd give it 2 thumbs up! Delicious!
I tried chocolate flavored Fair Life milk tonight. Coca Cola recently unveiled this new product, and when I heard about it I wanted to make sure I got the chance to try it out. I just about jumped for joy when I saw it at our local grocery store this week! Coca Cola is getting into the milk industry and as a dairy enthusiast it is very exciting to see a company that was once our competitor dip their feet into the fluid milk market. Even more exciting is the fact that this innovative product has some serious competitive improvements. I am a self proclaimed chocolate milk expert. I have a picky palette when it comes to chocolate milk. I don't like overly thick chocolate milks, and I hate it when the chocolate flavoring is too over powering in addition to a sugary sweet flavor. There have been some chocolate milks that I have diluted with white milk (hence why I also bought a white milk just in case I needed to dilute it). So I am picky.
So what makes this chocolate milk special? Well I encourage you to visit the link above to see the specifics but with the technology of ultra-filtration this milk has 50% more protein, 30% more calcium, no lactose, and half the sugar as compared to ordinary chocolate milk. I honestly expected this milk to be thick and chewy, knowing the added protein and calcium but it was pleasantly light and just sweet enough to still be a treat without the guilt. I love a tall glass of this milk after a work out at night! It goes down great because of the flavor. It's filling because of the higher protein which is also good for muscle health and it is a great way to cool down! I plan on continuing my purchases of this milk because it fits in nicely with my active lifestyle and my desire to maintain a healthy body weight and muscle tone. Thank you Fairlife for a great product!!! Two Thumbs Up!
I recently read that Chocolate Milk is under attack yet again by the media and health officials for being unhealthy for kids. The very thought of banning Chocolate Milk from schools makes me cringe! I remember my grade school years, and how often I would drink Chocolate Milk rather than "white milk". It was a real treat to have Chocolate Milk, plus I was getting 9 essential nutrients (Calcium, potassium, phosphorus, protein, vitamins A, D, B12, riboflavin and niacin ) in that awesome package, important for my then, growing body. Studies have shown that by removing Chocolate/flavored milk from the lunch room, there was a dramatic reduction in overall milk consumption among kids, thereby lowering their daily intake of calcium, protein & potassium. That's putting these kids at risk. That carton (it's bottles now) of Chocolate Milk is the perfect balance between good nutrition and good fun!
This nutrient package is difficult to find in other foods that are as affordable or appealing to kids. Studies have shown that children who drink flavored milk…drink more milk overall, have better quality diets, do not have higher intakes of added sugar or fat, and are just as likely to be at a healthy weight compared to kids who do not consume flavored milk. In fact, flavored milk contributes only 3 percent of the added sugars in children’s diets. Only a fraction! Studies have also shown that athletes who refuel with Chocolate Milk, replenish stressed muscles faster than if they consumed a sports drink.
So, even after knowing this, as a parent, you still want to reduce the amount of sugar your child consumes. No problem! The dairy industry is working on that! Recognizing that many schools want to reduce the sugar content in all their menu offerings, the dairy industry has taken action to reduce fat, calories and added sugars in flavored milk. Today, the majority of milk in schools is low-fat or fat-free, and the majority of flavored milk is at or below 150 calories. The newer formulas for Chocolate Milk have 2 to 3 teaspoons of added sugar compared to 3 to 4 teaspoons of added sugar in traditional formulas.
Even today I enjoy Chocolate Milk. I usually drink 1% "white" milk and fat-free Chocolate Milk...at the same time! After a long morning of chores at the farm, I can be found at noon relaxing in our office with a turkey sandwich and a tall glass of Chocolate Milk. I often find the chocolate flavoring of my milk to be a little over-powering, so I will mix my "white" and Chocolate Milk together in a 50/50 ratio. Same delicious Chocolate Milk....with a little less sugar...so there's a tip for those mom's out there. If you can't find a Chocolate Milk that suits your lower sugar requirements, just add a little "white" to lower the grams while still encouraging your children to have healthy habits for a long life!
This week the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced the new 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGA). As a dairy producer I have been following this issue closely. We produce a safe and wholesome product full of vital nutrients for consumers. Milk has calcium for bones, protein for muscles, Vitamins A & D, as well as magnesium, potassium, and phosphorous. We have always encouraged consumers to enjoy 3 daily servings of dairy and it turns out we were right on track!
Unfortunately Americans coming up short on their calcium consumption. Currently, Americans are consuming about two dairy servings per day on average. Adding just one more serving of dairy each day can fill some of America’s major nutrient gaps. Very few foods deliver dairy’s powerhouse of nutrients in such an affordable, appealing and readily available way.
Have you tried a delicious chocolate milk after a hard workout? Protein and calcium contained in milk help contribute to weight loss, while increasing lean muscle mass.
Try a drinkable yogurt for breakfast for a boost of dairy combined with probiotics for digestive health.
How about a low fat mozzarella cheese stick for a quick but filling snack for mid-day?
Just an 8 ounce glass of milk with your supper can help fill your 3rd serving each day!
New changes in dairy products offer even more healthy options!
Cheeses with lower sodium and fat levels.
Flavored milk with less added sugar -- that can help Americans meet the 2010 DGA recommendations without compromising on taste!
· Curious for more information? Check out the National Dairy Council's website for more information on the health benefits of dairy.
Through NDC, dairy farmers have supported child nutrition research, education and communication in their communities and schools for nearly a century. Dairy has been committed to children’s health for years. In 2009 we launched a joint effort with the National Football League, called Fuel Up to Play 60 (FUTP60) , that aims to help improve children’s health by bringing healthy eating education and physical activities to more than 70,000 schools. FUTP60 promotes good nutrition – including low-fat and fat-free dairy – and physical fitness in our nation’s schools to help defeat childhood obesity by allowing students to take the lead in choosing the changes they want to make, including access to healthier food and getting active with physical activity every day. First Lady Michelle Obama has also signed on with this exciting program!
Looking for more information, please see the links below!
Please show your support for Chocolate Milk!!!! Chocolate milk is at risk of being removed from schools. Please help us make sure that all kids get all of the Calcium, Vitamin D, and Potassium that they need for strong bones and good health. Replacing sodas with chocolate milk is a great way to start a healthy habit for a healthy diet!
Please sign the Petition for Chocolate Milk! Join the Moo-vement! See the link below to sign. http://www.raiseyourhand4milk.com
