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Eunice Kennedy Shriver
National Institute of Child Health & Human Development
      
 
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What small changes make a big difference?

a boy holding a glass of milkThe tween and teen years are an important time for young people to learn smart eating habits that will last a lifetime.

Making low-fat and fat-free milk and other calcium-rich foods a part of the diet now teaches tweens and teens to make healthy choices. And, learning to make healthy food choices at home will carry over into school and adulthood.

Learn more about small changes and big rewards:

More Milk Matters - Lactose Intolerance
Even if your tween or teen has lactose intolerance, there are still lots
of ways for them to get the calcium they need. Learn more about addressing lactose intolerance.
 
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