date:Sep 18, 2012
in terms of the important role dairy can play in the diet to reduce chronic diseases.
He points to recommendations from the Surgeon General, the American Academy of Pediatrics and other medical authorities all saying dairy should be part of the diet. Despite one study here or there that raises questions about the health benefits of dairy foods, he says, Look at the total body of evidence out there.
The USDA's Post says that's what the agency did in developing its food guidelines. The policy is