Balance is the key to good health. This means that every one of the various food groups should be included on daily basis. Each group adds value to the diet in its own special way as each contains a unique set of nutrients that are not necessarily obtainable from other groups.
Dairy, being the largest source of dietary calcium, is no exception! As you can see from the food guide pyramid below, at least 1-2 servings of dairy foods should be consumed daily.
Low-fat milk and low-fat yoghurt are the best options for optimal health. (1 serving is equivalent to 1 cup of milk and ¾ cup yoghurt or 1 Honeydew 175g small yoghurt tub).
Milk and yoghurt provide both carbohydrate and protein to the diet, which allows for lasting energy. (All foods that contain protein will have a lower Glycemic Index than those which don’t. This is because protein delays the release of sugar from food into the blood stream, which will thereby keep you full for a relatively longer time!)
Low-fat dairy foods are thus fantastic for weight control, due to their generally low GI and high satiety value. By including these in your daily diet, you will be less likely to have cravings or energy slumps between meals & snacks.

Some Practical Examples:

• Adding Honeydew low fat yoghurt to breakfast fruit salad is always advisable, as without the protein from yoghurt, fruit salad will not provide lasting enegy!
• Adding Honeydew low fat milk to oats porridge (as opposed to just water) will also make this breakfast option more sustainable (and nutritious!)
• A handful of raw almonds mixed into a small tub of Honeydew low-fat yoghurt is the ideal between-meal snack, to keep you going!
• A glass of Honeydew milk or Milo in the afternoon, is highly recommended to meet the nutritional needs of growing children (See the article: Milk & Sunshine: A Winning Combination for Healthy Kids!)
• Using Honeydew plain yoghurt as a base for chicken marinades is a fantastic low-fat alternative to cook-in-sauces! (See the recipe: Tangy Yoghurt Chicken)
• A small tub of Honeydew choc-chip yoghurt after dinner is the perfect pudding for weight-watchers! It will satisfy a sweet tooth and ensure satiety to curb any late-night cravings!

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