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The new guidelines support the consumption of reduced-fat dairy products. It is up to dairy marketers to figure out how to convince American adults to eat more. They fall short of the recommended three daily servings.

While the new DGA support reduced-fat dairy foods, the nutrition standards for federal feeding programs may be too strict. Changes have narrowed the types of milk that can be offered in schools.

For young adults, 20 grams of whey protein after exercise can increase muscle protein synthesis. For older adults, increasing protein intake helps them maintain bone and muscle mass.

It is like a sport utility vehicle. Versatile chocolate milk does it all, delivering protein, carbohydrates, fluids and electrolytes to help athletes recover from a tough workout.

Then it’s time to kick into another gear. Diet can help prevent disease, and dairy foods are ideal for delivering vital vitamins and minerals. In some cases, dietary supplements may be warranted.

The conversation about food has turned away from protein, calcium and vitamins to 'natural' and absence claims (like no artificial colors, gluten or GMO ingredients). What's a dairy to do?

Tired after working out? Drink a little protein. Overweight? Fiber might help. Digestive issues? Try probiotics. By adding functional ingredients, formulators of dairy foods and beverages can make health-related claims.

Scientists from the Nestle; Research Center, Lausanne, Switzerland, wanted to find out how to promote weight loss in obese older adults while avoiding loss of muscle mass.

Boomers and their children (the Millennials) are careful about what they eat. Protein and probiotic claims appeal to the younger generation. Boomers respond to heart-health claims.

NMPF tells Health and Human Services and the Department of Agriculture that it is imperative that the 2015 Dietary Guidelines continue to recommend three servings of milk or other dairy foods each day.