Dairy foods, like milk, cheese and yogurt, play a foundational role in the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) diet and the Dietary Guidelines for Americans’ Healthy Vegetarian, Healthy Mediterranean-Style and Healthy U.S.-Style eating patterns. From their unique nutrient package, to research linking dairy foods to improved bone health – especially in children and adolescents – and to reduced risk of cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes and lower blood pressure in adults, dairy foods help people thrive.