Nutrients that help us keeping going
Our bodies need nutrition for everything we do – move, grow, exercise, work, play or breathe. Milk contains calcium and proteins that help sustain our muscles, bones and teeth. Milk is a source of vitamins B2 and B12, which support our energy metabolism and our nervous system. Milk is recommended as part of a daily diet almost everywhere in the world.
Proteins
Milk naturally contains high quality proteins. These are the building blocks for your bones and muscles. Your muscle tissue renews itself every day and needs protein for this. If you are physically active, you need extra protein, preferably after sports.Vitamins B2 and B12
Vitamins B2 and B12 are really important because they release energy in your body that can be used by your muscles. They also help reduce fatigue.Calcium and phosphorus
The calcium and phosphorus in milk play an important role in maintaining strong bones and teeth. This is especially important for children and young people, as well as for older people, to remain healthy.
Lactose
Lactose is naturally present in milk and is less sweet than sugar. When you drink milk the lactose is broken down in your intestine, by the enzyme lactase, into two separate sugars: glucose and galactose. These sugars give you energy, but can also serve as building blocks for complex molecules in your body.
Large-scale nutrition survey in Southeast Asia
FrieslandCampina initiated SEANUTS (Southeast Asia Nutrition Surveys), one of the largest nutrition research projects in Southeast Asia. On the basis of new scientific insights, we will develop education and better nutritional products that meet local needs.
