Health Article: 9 Things You Never Knew About Milk

8 Things You Never Knew About Milk

• By Beth W. Orenstein | Medically reviewed by Pat F. Bass III MD, MPH

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  Milk — whether it's cow's milk, soy milk, or almond milk — provides between one-fourth and one-third of all the calcium most children and adults should have in a day. Cow's milk is also an excellent source of lean protein. It contains many other essential nutrients, including phosphorus, vitamin D, potassium, niacin, and riboflavin, important for adult and children's health. But you might not know when, how, and why milk should fit into your healthy eating plan. Here, we round up everything you need to know about milk.