Dairy Directory

Medical Reference

• The Dairy Foods Chart

  Use this handy chart to compare the calories and calcium levels of dairy foods.

• Pregnancy Superfoods

  WebMD tells you which foods pack the biggest nutritional punch -- and provide the extra calories you need during pregnancy.

• Healthy Protein for Weight Loss

  Protein can help you lose weight and keep your belly full. But it's important to eat the right kind. Find out from the experts at WebMD which proteins are healthiest.

• Is Your Diarrhea Due to Lactose Intolerance?

  Are your stomach cramps and diarrhea caused by lactose intolerance? WebMD explains how to control symptoms --and which nondairy foods will give you the calcium and vitamin D your body needs.

Features

• Does Dairy Do a Colon Good?

  Got milk? If the results of a recent study hold true, you might consider reaching for a tall glass of the one percent. A grain of salt might go well with your beverage, too.

• The Benefits of Yogurt

  An explanation of the health benefits of yogurt.

• The Dairy Meal Plan

  Three servings of dairy a day can help you lose weight and keep your bones strong. Here's a sample meal plan to help you get started!

• French Women's Diet Secret: Yogurt

  Easy, portable, and tasty, yogurt may also aid in weight loss

Video

• Cooking for Lactose Intolerance

  Lactose intolerance is a common disorder that usually affects adults. It’s important to know which foods to avoid and what to include when cooking for lactose intolerance.

• Kids and Lactose Intolerance

  Lactose intolerance in children typically develops in late adolescence, although onset can be earlier. It’s rarely life threatening but can cause discomfort and affect quality of life.

Slideshows & Images

• Slideshow: Say Cheese

  Yes, you can eat cheese! It's been a yummy treat for thousands of years. Learn about the different types, find out how they're made, and get tips on how to serve them.

• Slideshow: Foods With Probiotics

  Beyond yogurt, see which foods have a surprising boost from probiotics -- good bacteria that may help tame your digestive problems.

• Slideshow: A Visual Guide to Osteoporosis

  Osteoporosis is a serious condition that can lead to painful bone fractures. Learn who gets osteoporosis, how to tell if you have it, how to prevent it, and effective treatment options.

• Slideshow: Lactose Intolerance -- 14 Ways to Still Love Dairy

  See how certain cheeses, lactose-free milk, probiotics, and more can help keep dairy in your diet.

Quizzes

• Quiz: The Scoop on Ice Cream

  Find out fun facts about this sweet treat: what's in it, what we we love about it, and how you can feel less guilty about eating it.

• Fat Facts Quiz: Test Your Knowledge

  Test your diet IQ with this quiz about different types of fat and fats.

• Quiz: Myths and Facts About Protein

  Take this quiz about good sources of protein, how much you need, who needs more, and why protein is so important.

• Quiz: Test Your Nutrition IQ

  Take this quiz to find out how much you know about dietary guidelines.

Expert Commentary

• 6 Reasons to Get Your Dairy

  Low-fat dairy offers many health benefits

• The Benefits of Yogurt

  Just what can eating yogurt do for your body?

• Plain Yogurt Never Tasted So Good

  3 ways to spice up that plain yogurt

• Got Good-Tasting (and Lower-Fat) Dairy Products?

  WebMD's 'Recipe Doctor' goes taste-testing in the dairy aisle

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