Visit the National Dairy Council website for more on getting enough dairy in your diet.

Find some recipes for a fun way to get your 3-a-day.

See where your dairy comes from in a virtual tour of Purity dairies.

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Want strong bones?
Want to lose weight?

... Try getting more milk, cheese, and yogurt!

Dairy Facts:
1. The average teen needs three servings of milk per day.

2. One slice of cheese provides 25% of daily recommended calcium.

3. Fat free yogurt is a great source of calcium.

4.  Teens need 1300 mg of calcium per day - why? - half of all the bone formed in our bodies happens as teenagers.

5.  Breaking Reserach News!  Eating 3 A Day of milk and dairy products can help prevent excessive weight gain.

6.  Love Your Bones & Your Heart At The Same Time! Choose low fat milk & dairy products.

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