Dairy products are key contributors to the diets of Canadians. They provide a range of nutrients and help achieve optimal nutrient status.
Dairy products are a vital source of important nutrients, such as vitamin D and calcium. The contribution of milk products, including milk, yogurt and cheese, to the daily nutrient intake of Canadians is shown below.
Percentage contribution of dairy products to the daily nutrient intake of Canadians.
The table below contains detailed information on nutrients in milk .
Nutrition Facts: Milk, whole, 3.25% fat – 100 grams
| Amount | |
| Calories | 61 |
| Water | 88 % |
| Protein | 3.2 g |
| Carbs | 4.8 g |
| Sugar | 5.1 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Fat | 3.3 g |
| Saturated | 1.87 g |
| Monounsaturated | 0.81 g |
| Polyunsaturated | 0.2 g |
| Omega-3 | 0.08 g |
| Omega-6 | 0.12 g |
| Trans fat | ~ |
Agrilearner: The National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) 2003-2006 showed that milk was the most significant contributor of vitamin D, vitamin A, riboflavin, calcium, phosphorus and potassium in the diet of US adults aged 19 and over, a situation similar to that in Canada.2 The survey also found that milk was the highest contributor of protein, vitamin B12 and magnesium for children and adolescents aged 2 to 18.3
Results from the NHANES showed that consuming one additional serving of milk or milk products can significantly increase vitamin D, calcium and phosphorus intake. Conversely, replacing milk or milk products with other foods can result in other nutrient shortfalls and decrease the overall diet quality, as nutrients from milk products, such as calcium, are difficult to replace.
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