Dairy Nutrition Facts for National Dairy Month

In honor of National Dairy Month this June, check out a few dairy nutrition facts and common misconceptions.

Jessi Heggan
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Did you know that June is National Dairy Month? Also known as June Dairy Month, the tradition began in 1937 and continues to serve as a reminder of the many health benefits dairy products provide. In honor of the occasion this summer, check out a few dairy nutrition facts and common misconceptions:

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Randleigh Dairy Heritage Museum
The Randleigh Dairy Heritage Museum features interactive exhibits, including a cow that children can “milk.” Photo credit: Justin Kase Conder

Compared side by side, cow’s milk contains more naturally occurring nutrients than alternative plant-based beverages.

See more: The Randleigh Dairy Heritage Museum Teaches How Milk Goes From Farm to Table

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Source: The Dairy Alliance

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