By Sharon Natoli, Accredited Practising Dietitian and Director of Food & Nutrition Australia

To coincide with Pink Ribbon Day, this blog looks at how a sensitivity to lactose affects women in particular.  While data is not available on the number of women in Australia who are sensitive to lactose, overseas research shows that in a population of people from various ethnic backgrounds, self reported lactose sensitivity was twice as high in women compared to men! In this particular survey, almost 70% of women surveyed said they thought they had a problem digesting lactose compared to 31% of men reporting the same problem.

By Sharon Natoli, Accredited Practising Dietitian and Director of Food & Nutrition Australia.

This blog reviews the benefits of milk and why it’s important as a regular part of our daily diet.

A unique bundle of nutrients

We all know milk is one of the best sources of calcium –  necessary for building and maintaining strong bones and teeth. However, milk also provides nine additional nutrients, along with calcium, which are all essential for good health.

By Sharon Natoli, Accredited Practising Dietitian and Director of Food & Nutrition Australia.

It’s no surprise to know that what you eat or drink before, during and after exercise affects your performance and rate of recovery. However it may surprise you to know that milk could help you get the most out of your exercise routine! Milk contains three essential ingredients required to help you perform at your best – protein, carbohydrate and fluid.

By Sharon Natoli, Accredited Practising Dietitian and Director of Food & Nutrition Australia.

Did you know that calcium is used by almost every cell in the body, including your heart? It’s one of the most important minerals, and is absolutely essential for the health of your bones and teeth.

The amount of calcium you require can vary depending on factors such as age and sex, so here’s a handy table showing the ideal amount of calcium you should be receiving every day:

By Sharon Natoli, Accredited Practising Dietitian and Director of Food & Nutrition Australia.

By the year 2050 it is predicted that 1 in 4 Australians will be aged over 65 years ^[1].  This is a significant increase in the number of older Australians who will be seeking ways to maintain their health, wellbeing and quality of life. This blog highlights how milk and other dairy foods can make a positive contribution to good health for older Australians.

By Sharon Natoli, Accredited Practising Dietitian and Director of Food & Nutrition Australia.

Continuing our series of blogs on the role of milk throughout the different life stages, this blog highlights why dairy foods, including milk, are essential for growing teenagers.