As higher-protein diets for health and wellness continues to rise, “how much” and “which kind of proteins,” are often asked questions. Understanding optimal levels and types of proteins for the people who need it most can help food formulators meet consumer demand for better, personalized nutrition. Researchers also shed light on a growing body of…
IdaPro Milk Protein Isolate-90% (MPI-90). Water, lactose and minerals are reduced to achieve a protein content of 90% on a dry matter basis (casein and whey protein). IdaPro MPI-90 is valuable in high protein-enrichment applications such as ready to drink beverages, powder mixes and bars for adult nutrition, active nutrition and weight management, particularly when…
As it is derived from milk, MPC is not vegan. However, dairy products are considered vegetarian. A vegan avoids all animal products, including eggs and dairy, while vegetarians tend to consume dairy products and eggs. Vegetarianism is usually a diet, while veganism is a lifestyle.
With an ever-increasing elderly population, sarcopenia, the loss of skeletal muscle mass and strength with age, is becoming a serious global public health problem. Eating more protein such as lean meat, eggs and dairy products can help in the fight against gradual muscle loss. Current guidelines recommend three portions of dairy a day and, as well as keeping muscle…
Current Dietary Guidelines recommend those 9 years and older get three servings of dairy every day. The recommendation is two servings of dairy every day for children 2 – 3 years old and 2 ½ servings for children 4 – 8 years old. A serving is considered to be one of the following: 8 ounces…
According to the USDA, no distinctions should be made between organically and non-organically produced products in terms of quality, appearance or safety. All milk is required to be tested to the same standards. Organic and regular milk contain the same nine essential vitamins and minerals that make dairy foods an important part of your diet.…
Alternative beverages are not milk. They are highly processed beans, nuts and grains that do not pack the 9 essential nutrients that cow’s milk does. Other beverages often lack the same amounts of protein, calcium, vitamin D and other nutrients found in milk. Be sure to check the nutrition panels closely and read the ingredients…
Decades ago cheese got a bad rap, but recent studies have consistently found that a higher intake of dairy saturated fat is associated with a lower risk of cardiovascular disease, especially in women. The Dietary Guidelines Advisory Council Committee agrees and takes it a step further, stating that dairy products are associated with a reduced…