No, milk and other dairy products aren’t bad for you. Choose low fat and you’ll live healthier — maybe, even longer — according to a Swedish study.

A glass of milk

Milk is on the news again as the China milk crisis continues to unfold. A statement by the Chinese health ministry says that as early as August that manufacturer Sanlu Group was aware of the presence of melamine, a banned chemical, in the baby milk powder that has caused kidney stones in at least 32 ... (more)

Herb and cheese muffins

Herb and cheese muffinsCheese is essentially concentrated milk and it is rich in calcium and protein. It is also a good source of phosphorus, zinc, vitamin A, riboflavin, and vitamin B12. Some quarters say, however, that the fat content of cheese makes it a health hazard and cheese packaging should contain warnings in the same way that cigarette packs do. Right, something like “Cheese kills!” The prudent thing to do is to choose low-fat cheeses. Or, better yet, to observe moderation in eating cheese, as with most everything else.

These muffins are best eaten right out of the oven while the cheeses are all gooey and melty. If you want to pack them for your kids’ school recess, I suggest a well insulated lunch bag.

Fresh fruits and a glass of milk

Fresh fruits and a glass of milkYou don’t have to be ill to be entitled to a bowl of fresh fruits for breakfast. Especially during the summer months when fruits are a-plenty, try combining different fruits in a bowl. The complementing flavors, textures, shapes and colors make them even more appetizing.

If fruits are too light a breakfast for you, have them with a cup of yogurt or a glass of milk on the side. And you don’t have to skip your coffee or tea either. :)

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