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Check out the latest audio interview on Healthy Living segment about MOO’V™ Real Milk, featuring comments from our CEO Dan:

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Fat is an essential nutrient, yet certain types of fat get a bad rap. Unsaturated fats from nuts, seeds, oils, and fatty fish have a role to play in heart health. Saturated fats, found in dairy foods and meats are thought of the less healthy options. A recent research review showed that there is no significant evidence to conclude that dietary saturated fat ( from the food we eat) is associated with increased risk of heart disease. In fact, research has shown that the consumption of milk and milk products, regardless of fat level, can reduce the risk of high blood pressure, heart disease and Type 2 diabetes.

The fatty acid profile of whole milk is a combination of saturated, monounsaturated, polyunsaturated, and trans fatty acids, such as conjugated linoleic acid. Interestingly, the saturated fat in milk has minimal, if any impact on cholesterol level and may also raise HDL (good cholesterol) levels.

What does that mean for kids and teenagers? The recommended intake of saturated fat for this age range is no more than 10% of daily calories, so seeing as active kids/teens may need at least 2000 calories per day, 20+ grams of saturated fat/day would be acceptable. MOO’V™ has 11 grams of saturated fat or ½ of the daily requirements but also helps to meet the daily needs for protein, vitamins and minerals. 

MOO’V™ supplies 18 grams of fat per serving along with 13 grams of protein and 12 other essential micronutrients along with great mouthfeel and taste appeal. So, if you are looking for the nutrish and delish in your pour, MOO’V™ delivers that…and more!

Leslie Bonci, MPH, RDN, CSSD, LDN, is the Dietary & Nutrition Strategic Advisor at Dari^® and MOO’V™ milk. With over two decades of experience, she is an expert in nutrition with many of Leslie’s blog posts center around active eating and fueling for sport. She is the Head Nutritionist for the Kansas City Chiefs and has been a consulting sports dietitian in the NFL, MLB, and NHL, and worked with Olympic athletes. Bonci has co-authored three books with an active eating focus, is a blogger for US News Eat + Run, and is a sought-after expert for television, radio, print and online media, Bonci speaks regularly on topics including “sciensationalism,” “fuels of engagement” and “communication with conviction” to help influencers and consumers debunk the junk and separate fact from fallacy.

Lets’ face it, when we think about our kid’s favorite taste preferences as well as our own, the taste of sweet is typically the first choice. Why? Foods that are sweet taste great, they can help us to relax and feel good. The tastes of bitter, salty, sour and umami can also be enjoyable but may not be the go-to for our kids.

So as parents and grandparents, how can we help our kids indulge their sweet tooth without going overboard and why? High sugary foods may not give sustained energy and may contribute to excess calorie consumption. Contrary to popular beliefs, there is no such thing as a sugar high or sugar crash, but if we want our kids to nourish to flourish, there are better options for them. We are big fans of powerful pairings – great taste that provides the energy (calories) kids need along with protein and fat to help them feel fuller for longer – This is one of the benefits of MOO’V™. MOO’V™ is food not just a beverage, and it delivers on upping the nutritional value that we can all feel good about, to help our kids strive and thrive.

Sure, fruit is great. It has a naturally sweet taste as well as fiber, vitamins, mineral and plant nutrients. And when we pair fruit with protein and fat, kids stay satisfied for longer. If your kids are begging for cookies, give them 2 and serve them with a bottle of MOO’V™. Dunking chocolate graham crackers in Horchata…delish, AND it will provide the trifecta of protein, fat, and carbs, as well as being a vitamin-mineral powerhouse.

MOO’V™ has a naturally sweet taste but also has the protein and fat to keep kids energized and satisfied over a longer period of time. Having something sweet is not a health defeat. By choosing to pour MOO’V™, you are helping to push your kids towards a #healthyselfie with something on your refrigerator shelfie.

Leslie Bonci, MPH, RDN, CSSD, LDN, is the Dietary & Nutrition Strategic Advisor at Dari^® and MOO’V™ milk. With over two decades of experience, she is an expert in nutrition with many of Leslie’s blog posts center around active eating and fueling for sport. She is the Head Nutritionist for the Kansas City Chiefs and has been a consulting sports dietitian in the NFL, MLB, and NHL, and worked with Olympic athletes. Bonci has co-authored three books with an active eating focus, is a blogger for US News Eat + Run, and is a sought-after expert for television, radio, print and online media, Bonci speaks regularly on topics including “sciensationalism,” “fuels of engagement” and “communication with conviction” to help influencers and consumers debunk the junk and separate fact from fallacy.