Nutrition Education for Everyone
Nutrition is an essential part of a healthy lifestyle. Access to free, credible nutrition education should not be a luxury. Idaho Dairy Council is a non-profit nutrition education organization serving the state of Idaho. Our mission is to provide science based nutrition education to health professionals and the public at no charge. Our goal is to ensure educators, health professionals, scientists and media have a credible body of nutrition knowledge to use for education and health recommendations.
Idaho Dairy Council is a non-profit nutrition education organization dedicated to providing science-based materials to health professionals, schools and consumers throughout the state of Idaho.
Dairy is doctor recommended. Dairy’s role in a healthy diet has long been established by the nutrition and science community.
What's New
More than 60,000 schools have now joined Fuel Up to Play 60 to increase student access to healthy foods and more physical activity!
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is now a partner in the program!
Coming soon: exciting announcements about funding rewards and incentives for individuals and schools!
Join Fuel Up to Play 60 and Request Your School's FREE 2010/11 Wellness Kit by clicking on "Start Now."
Educational Resources
Nutrient-Rich Foods Navigation: Enjoying Nutrient-Rich Foods First
Eating the nutrient-rich way means getting the most vitamins, minerals and other nutrients – but not too many calories – from foods. Boost the nutrient-richness of your meals and snacks – both at home and on the go – with these quick, easy and tasty tips.
Nutrient Rich Shopping List
A ready-made grocery store list that puts nutrient-rich food and beverage ideas at your patients' and clients' fingertips.
Food Groups Weekly Tracker: Enjoy Foods From All Five Food Groups
This tracking tool provides a way for people to track their nutrient-rich achievements as they strive to meet the MyPyramid food group recommendations.