The Dairy Council helps improve student nutrition

The Dairy council has launched a range of dairy packed, easy and nutritious recipes for university students.

Showcasing the versatility of dairy, Anthony Warner, also known as The Angry Chef, has created a range of new tasty recipes which are easy, affordable, and can be stored in the freezer for a later date.

A recent study found that university students in the UK tend to have poor diet quality and low intakes of calcium, fibre, fruit, vegetables and dairy products, meaning that their nutritional intake may be compromised.

However, by simply eating a balance of the food groups, students can enhance their nutritional intake more effectively, and save money.

As part of The Dairy Council’s ongoing University seminar series, which features independent experts discussing hot topics in dairy nutrition with nutrition undergraduates, The Angry Chef carried out a cooking demonstration for nutrition science students at Kingston University today.

Anthony Warner, says, “Nutritious, affordable and easy to follow recipes are a must for university students, particularly as many may be leaving home for the first time with little knowledge of preparing and cooking nutritious meals.

“By creating these recipes with The Dairy Council, we are showing how easy and affordable cooking at home can be. With a bit of planning and creativity, students can follow a healthy diet on a budget. By planning a weekly menu in advance and cooking in batches, students can take the stress out of meal times and ensure they are fuelling their bodies effectively.”

Erica Hocking, senior nutrition scientist at The Dairy Council, adds, “Dairy has an important role to play in the nutrition of young adults. When students move out of the family home and into halls of residence or a student flat, the habits they develop can have a major effect on their future health.”