Dairy

According to new nutrition data from the United States Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Research Service (USDA-ARS), eggs are lower in cholesterol than previously thought. The USDA-ARS recently reviewed the nutrient composition of standard large eggs, and results show the average amount of cholesterol in one large egg is 185 mg, 14 percent lower than previously recorded. The analysis also revealed that large eggs now contain 41 IU of vitamin D, an increase of 64 percent. …

The International Dairy Foods Association urged Congress to move quickly to approve pending free trade agreements (FTAs) with the Republic of Korea, Colombia and Panama in written testimony submitted to the House Committee on Ways and Means. The testimony emphasized the positive impact these agreements will have on the dairy industry, and was submitted as part of a recent hearing that focused on the economic and job creating benefits of FTAs. …

Looking and feeling your best can inspire confidence and empower you to achieve your goals. That’s the message that Julianne Hough is spreading to teen girls across America. The actress, dancer and singer has partnered with the National Milk Mustache “got milk?” Campaign and Seventeen magazine to launch “The Power of 9” — a new program that celebrates the power of milk’s nine essential nutrients and shows teens that making good food choices and drinking lowfat or fat free milk can help them look lean and strong on the outside and feel confident and strong on the inside. …

Today, Prosperity Organic Foods, Inc., announced it has launched its first 2011 online campaign for Melt Buttery Spread. “Eat Better, Live Better in 2011” invites participants to submit their ideas and aspirations for improving their overall health and well-being by making better food choices. Submissions must be posted to Melt Buttery Spread’s Face Book page. …

Iskream Inc. and Truvia brand today announced the introduction of Iskream, the first line of low-fat, naturally sweetened ice creams for the newly established, handcrafted gourmet ice cream brand. …