Bones…we can’t see them and really can’t feel them; however they need our attention more than you may think! Keeping bones healthy starts with proper nutrition. Milk contains nine essential nutrients, making it one of the most nutrient-rich beverages you can enjoy. Drinking 8-ounces of delicious and nutritious milk can help you get one step closer to meeting your needs for Calcium, Vitamin D, protein, potassium and a whole host of other important nutrients!

Here are some stats, to put it all into prospective…

An 8-ounce Serving of Milk, provides:

• Protein: As 1 1/2 medium eggs
• Riboflavin: as 1/3 cup of whole almonds
• Vitamin D: as 3/4 ounce of cooked salmon
• Potassium: as one small banana
• Phosphorus: as 1 cup of canned kidney beans
• Calcium: as 10 cups of raw spinach

How’s that for Nutrient Power House?!

“Meal Deal” Smoothie – Makes 1 (20-ounce) Serving

1. Choose milk & fruit. Select yogurt and add to blender.
2. Add extras* (Optional). Put the cover on the blender.
3. Pulse until smooth, pour into cups.
4. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Tasty Tips:

• Use Frozen Fruit for better consistency
• Use yogurt for smooth, creamier consistency
• Extra ingredients add calories, limit to 1 to 2 items from the list.