As parents, we all have big dreams for our kids and making sure they are healthy both physically and mentally is our top priority. I take my role as the “food influencer” at home quite seriously, so grocery shopping is a conscious exercise of choosing wholesome foods that can help develop fun and nutritious eating habits.

I was invited to cover the launch of Elite Nutrition Coach Jeaneth Aro’s first story book. I was so excited to meet the wonderful lady who helped Hidilyn Diaz snag the Philippines’ first Olympic gold medal! Yes, she’s the nutritionist and dietitian of the weightlifting champ in the 2022 Tokyo Olympics. Coach Jeaneth is also behind the meal preparation and diet of podium finishers in boxing!

Coach Jeaneth’s “Ang Natatagong Lakas ni Bulas Gatas” talks about the milk’s “hidden” powers. It was written to address poor nutrition among young aspiring athletes at the grassroots level that prevents them from reaching their full potential.

It’s also a great reminder for us moms why most kids today don’t get the nutritional benefits of milk anymore. Why, you ask? Because there are so many “milk-like” drinks out there and we usually don’t get the right milk that can truly give what our kids need.

13 Essential Nutrients

Real milk provides 13 essential nutrients that benefit both kids and adults.

My kids’ pediatrician often reminded me of the diseases my kids may develop if they grow up obese. I must admit that I had a misconception that milk can make my kids gain unwanted weight. Now in their teens, I can’t believe I was hesitant to give it to them when they were toddlers knowing what I know now.  

I can relate to the mom in the book. Many mothers like me assume that all milks are the same. However, there are some “pretending” to be milk or contain “milk-like” properties. Most of them, though yummy, may have too much sugar that can be harmful to our kids’ overall diet.

The Right Milk is Real Milk

My family is a huge dairy fan and we’ve been enjoying Real California Milk products for many years now. We can actually taste the big difference! We love their cheeses, and of course, their milk. California Sunshine Milk is currently their only milk brand in the country. You can get it only at S&R Membership Shopping. It’s a bestseller and if you’re not fast enough, it’ll all be gone by lunch time!

What makes Real California Milk stand out? When you see the Real California Milk seal, you’ll feel good knowing that the product is certified as having been made with 100% Real California Milk from real California dairy families. I feel great knowing that what I serve my family is the best of the best!

My daughters and I drink other milk brands and beverages from time to time. It’s usually just to satisfy our curiosity. My kids are not heavy milk drinkers, but I compensate for this by adding dairy to my recipes.

Here are excellent guidelines on dairy’s unique contributions and recommended daily servings from the National Dairy Council:

Toddlers: https://bit.ly/3PbS63d
Pre-schoolers: https://bit.ly/3BOvUZY
Grade schoolers: https://bit.ly/3BUz0LO

The right milk should make your kids healthy, fit and strong, not obese and sluggish. This is the true secret power of milk.

When our kids are physically, mentally and emotionally fit, they are going to feel good about themselves, think clearer and make better choices, and eventually achieve more in their life.

Get a copy of Coach Jeaneth’s “Ang Natatagong Lakas Ni Bulas Gatas”. It will make you and your kids appreciate the many healthful benefits of milk. A percentage of sales has been pledged by Coach Jeaneth to help fund a Milk Feeding Program for young athletes.

Only P250.00 a copy. To purchase for personal use or for donations, please contact 0919-6767840.

Visit https://realcaliforniamilk.ph/ to know more about California dairy. Available in stores and delis nationwide.

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