Celebrating June Dairy Month

Celebrate June Dairy Month at the Neenah Farmers Market with Us!

In 1937, June was designated as Dairy Month to highlight and celebrate dairy products. The purpose of National Dairy month is to set a reminder of the health benefits that dairy products provide. Dairy products provide many essential nutrients to the body- such as potassium, protein, calcium and vitamins.

Here are three benefits when you add dairy to your diet:

1. Benefits of bone health
   1. Calcium and vitamin D provide are essential nutrients that can help improve the growth and strengthening of bones.
2. Benefits of heart health
   1. Dairy products are a source of potassium which is great for reducing the risk of health disease and strokes.
3. Teeth health
   1. Calcium helps protect your teeth against gum disease and helps your jawbone to stay strong and healthy.