Milk as a Superfood

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Unlocking the Power of Milk with Laura Anderson and Courtney Gerlach.

Laura Anderson, Fonterra's Global Head of Nutrition, and Courtney Gerlach, Fonterra's Nutrition and Regulatory Specialist, highlight the unmatched nutritional value of milk, containing more than 10 essential nutrients with diverse health benefits. 

Learn about milk's significant contributions to global dietary guidelines for over 8,000 years and why dairy remains an irreplaceable part of a healthy, balanced diet. Watch the video below to learn more.

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