Dairy Council Northern Ireland

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FAQs

Do I need extra calcium while I am pregnant?

No, your body does not require any additional calcium if you are pregnant (i.e. you should still try to get 700mg per day). This doesn’t mean calcium is not important at this time though. In fact, calcium is really important during pregnancy as it’s needed for your unborn baby’s bones, as well as giving you other essential nutrients. Although during pregnancy your calcium requirements do not increase, if you are breastfeeding you will need extra calcium (an additional 500mg), as calcium will be present in breast milk in large amounts.

 

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February 16

Delighted to see Beth Tweddle on her feet and to hear the news she has been discharge…

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February 09

Hugh admiration and respect for Greg James as day 2 of his Sport Relief triathlon cha…

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January 26

Having a nosy at Jamie Heaslip's #Campessentials...

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January 26

Huge congratulations to Michael Conlan on being named Belfast Telegraph Sports Person…

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November 16

It is that time of year again... good luck to all teams involved as you embark on you…

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October 16

Such a pleasure to host Britain's Greatest Ever Gymnast Beth Tweddle MBE along with h…

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October 15

Congratulations to Ireland Team Captain, Belfast’s Michael Conlon on his historic v…

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August 03

Congratulations to all our local athletes who competed in #LA2015 Special Olympics an…

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July 29

Congratulations to Belfast Gymnast Kirsty Devlin on her Double Gold and Double Silver…

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May 18

MILK IT Ulster Schools Track & Field Championships 16th May 2015 ©William Cherry/…

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May 18

Fantastic wekeend of competition at the 2015 Milk It Athletics - Congratulations to a…

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May 16

Competitors.... Be sure to catch one of the #MilkItNI crew for a little dairy treat p…

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May 16

Our #MilkItNI crew will be here all day to look after you!!

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May 15

Fantastic wekeend of competition at the 2015 Milk It Athletics - Congratulations to a…

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From the farm to the fridge, the Dairy Council for Northern Ireland acts on behalf of the dairy industry, advertising and promoting the natural goodness and quality of Northern Ireland milk and dairy products.

Our primary function is to communicate factual information to allow individuals to make well informed choices about dairy products that they consume and to inform them of the benefits of including dairy products in a balanced diet. We use a wide range of media, which includes television, radio, press, magazine, posters and the internet. Our Advertising is complemented by public relations and promotional activities designed to communicate with specific groups.

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