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ABSTRACT

Introduction

This article will deal primarily with support of research on human nutrition as well as on nutritional aspects of milk and milk products. But first, let us examine the importance of nutrition in today's society.

During the past two decades there has been growing awareness of relationships between environment and health. Our diet has gained particular importance because it is one aspect of our environment which can be modified to improve the quality of life. Industry, government, medical and allied health, and academia have recognized the role nutrition plays in attainment of optimal health and have committed substantial resources to basic and applied research in nutrition. It is estimated that there is a return of about $1.50 for every dollar invested in research (12). Thus, when confronted with the increasingly large federal expenditures on health care, it is not surprising that careful evaluation is being given to the cost/benefit value of diverting a segment of these funds to nutrition research.