Welcome to the Mid-Atlantic Spot for Dairy! See what’s happening in the world of dairy nutrition and milk promotion. This is the place for events, promotions, health and nutrition information, and more.

Dairy Product Showcase

Get the latest on new dairy foods in the Mid-Atlantic region. Featured are Yoplait Smoothies and Real Goodness milk.

Ask the Dietitian

Do dairy foods cause autism in children? Registered dietitian Althea Zanecosky weighs in.

Tip of the Month

Spring cleaning your diet? Substitute yogurt for syrup in the morning to boost nutrition and slash your intake of added sugar. Plus, the protein in yogurt may help you feel full longer. Top waffles or pancakes with vanilla, lemon or other flavored yogurt, then fresh berries. Or compromise with a mixture of creamy yogurt slightly sweetened with syrup, as in this Fabulous French Toast with Vanilla Yogurt Syrup.

Healthy Foods Help Battle Childhood Obesity

Two new studies show how important forming healthy food and beverage habits can be in children and adolescents.

Think you know a lot about smoothies?

Take the smoothie challenge. Then whip up a smoothie at home. Try new Yoplait Fruit and Yogurt Frozen Smoothies or do it yourself with one of our icy ideas.

Dairy Delicious Recipes

Visit our Dairy Lover's Kitchen for nutritious recipes, tips on food safety and local sources for some great All-American cheeses!

Dairy Diary

Learn about the day-to-day operations of a modern dairy through our Dairy Diary blog written by Marilyn Hershey, who farms with her family in southeastern Pennsylvania.

Health and Nutrition

Doctors and dietitians agree that nutrition can play a positive role in one’s health. See how milk, cheese and yogurt can boost your nutrition, help prevent certain diseases, and assist you in performing your best.

Dietary Guidelines and My Pyramid

The new Dietary Guidelines for Americans include more specific advice on daily food selection and fitness than ever before. The recommendations, which are revised every five years, are based on the latest nutrition science and serve as a practical plan for achieving good health. For a copy of the guidelines, visit www.healthierus.gov/dietaryguidelines, for a copy of the food pyramid visit www.mypyramid.gov.