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The U.S. Department of Agriculture recommends children ages 9 and older and adults consume at least 3 cups from the dairy group each day. Active teenagers with high calorie requirements of 3,000 calories or more may require 4 cups from the dairy group each day.
Many parents of picky toddlers will be relieved to know that 2 cups of dairy foods per day will cover about 120 percent of their protein needs. Here is the protein content of some common foods. Remember, babies need 11 grams a day, and toddlers 13. Milk and yogurt - 8 grams per cup. Cooked chicken - 8 grams per oz.