8 ounces — A standard serving of fluid milk equals one cup (8 ounces).
13 essential nutrients — Milk naturally contains 13 essential nutrients, including calcium, protein, potassium, phosphorus, and vitamins A, D, and B12.
8 grams of protein — One cup of milk provides about 8 grams of high-quality protein.
300 milligrams of calcium — A single cup of milk supplies roughly 30% of the recommended daily calcium intake for adults.
80 calories — One cup of fat-free milk contains about 80 calories.
100 calories — One ounce of cheddar cheese (about the size of four dice) contains approximately 110 calories and 7 grams of protein.
60 calories — Two tablespoons of regular sour cream contain about 60 calories.
150 calories — A 6-ounce serving of plain low-fat yogurt contains approximately 150 calories and 8–10 grams of protein.
3 servings daily — Federal dietary guidelines recommend three servings of dairy per day for most adults.
June Dairy Month — National Dairy Month has been celebrated every June since 1939, originally created to promote milk consumption during peak dairy production season.
Did You Know?
About 87% of milk is water, while the remaining 13% contains protein, carbohydrates (lactose), fat, vitamins, and minerals that provide its nutritional value.
