Dairy

Dairy products

The consumption of milk products needs to be encouraged, especially among children and adolescents, who are building their peak bone mass and are also developing lifelong habits. There are almost as many misconceptions about milk as there are benefits.

For more information on the condition, see Milk and Milk Products (Dairy Products).

Video: Nutrition and bone health

More than half of Australian teenagers aren't receiving their daily calcium requirements. Professor Weaver discusses health problems associated with calcium deficiency and strategies for improving nutrition.

Watch the video Nutrition and Bone Health.

Video: Diet and metabolic syndrome

Metabolic syndrome can contribute to the development of cardiovascular disease and diabetes. Clinical dietitian Dr Catherine Itsiopoulos discusses ways to identify if you have metabolic syndrome, ways to prevent it, and tips on healthy eating.

Watch the video Diet and Metabolic Syndrome.

Calcium Intake Calculator

How much calcium do you consume?

Calcium is found in many foods, in particular dairy products and to a lesser degree bony fish, nuts and legumes, fruit and vegetables. It plays an important role in building and maintaining healthy bones and teeth.

Individuals need to consume sufficient amounts of calcium throughout their lifespan. Calcium requirements increase throughout childhood, peak during puberty, then stabilise until an individual is approximately 50 years old, when bone mass deteriorates and more calcium is required.

Click here to calculate your required calcium intake

More information

For more information on nutrition, including information on types and composition of food, nutrition and people, conditions related to nutrition, and diets and recipes, as well as some useful videos and tools, see Nutrition.