Whole milk headed back to school cafeterias after Trump signs law as experts tout benefits
The exception would be soy and pea milk, which can have protein at comparable levels to dairy, she added.
Dr. Ben Carson, USDA’s national advisor for nutrition, health and housing, told Fox News Digital whole milk helps support brain development.
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“Children’s brains are growing so rapidly, and milk provides the healthy fats that are essential for brain development,” said Carson.
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“Whole milk is a high-quality protein that helps kids have strong bones and teeth with its vitamin D, calcium and phosphorus content.”
Fox News senior medical analyst Dr. Marc Siegel told Fox News Digital that while whole milk may not have less sugar than low-fat or no-fat milk, there are many other benefits.
“With this legislation, schools will finally be able to expand their offerings to include nutritious whole milk,” said President Trump during the signing. (Gabby Jones/Bloomberg via Getty Images)
“[Whole milk] offer[s] more protein, calcium, vitamin D and minerals that are good for you, and it promotes satiety, which may keep you from overeating,” the doctor said.
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“It may also decrease your risk of obesity and metabolic syndrome and keep you from other addictive substances.”
Ashley J. DiMella is a lifestyle reporter with Fox News Digital.
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