On TikTok, #fetapasta has 1.4 billion views with #mashedpotatoes at 1.1 billion, #ricottatoast clocking 50.3 million views, and #cottagecheeseicecream comes in with 43.2 million views.
These are some of the latest viral recipes that billions of people around the world are viewing, making, reposting and raving about.
Aside from tasting good, being convenient, and easy to make, it’s helpful to know if they’re just “eye candy” in your feed or if your clients might find them beneficial.
Real California Milk partnered with two registered dietitians, Jordan Mazur, MS, RD, Director of Nutrition for a pro California-based football team, and Jessica Isaacs, RD, CSSD, a Los Angeles-based sports dietitian working with elite athletes, to see what they had to say about how viral recipes might support fitness and wellness goals.
Jordan Mazur, MS, RD
Jessica Isaacs, RD, CSSD
Q: These viral social media recipes feature real dairy products as the star ingredient. Does dairy have any surprising benefits for health and wellness?
A: The real milk and dairy products you see used in recipes like the #fetapasta or others are awesome sources of nutrients like calcium, potassium, vitamin D, and B vitamins. These nutrients are crucial for maintaining a healthy heart, regulating blood pressure, and supporting nerve function. They’re not only essential for athletes, but for everyone seeking to maintain their health. Incorporating real milk into the diet can also support muscle maintenance as we age. – Jordan Mazur
TRY THE #FETAPASTA WITH A CALIFORNIA DAIRY TWIST: MEXICAN-STYLE PASTA
Q: What are the short and long-term benefits of trying to incorporate these viral recipes that feature real dairy products into a fitness routine?
A: Immediately following exercise, real milk and dairy products can help repair muscles and support immune function. Beyond the immediate benefits, a diet rich in real milk and dairy products can contribute to longevity and overall health by providing the nutrients needed for strong bones, reduced risk of chronic diseases, and improved overall well-being. – Jordan Mazur
ADD A TANGY TWIST AND PROTEIN BOOST TO YOUR #MASHEDPOTATOES WITH COTTAGE CHEESE MADE WITH REAL CALIFORNIA MILK: TANGY MASHED POTATOES
Q: Are these viral recipes good for busy athletes or active people on the go?
A: Consistently meeting nutrient needs to support performance and recovery can be a challenge for busy athletes and active people alike. Something like #ricottatoast checks all the boxes as an excellent choice for a high-quality, balanced, functional, and portable protein snack. It takes seconds to make and combines carbohydrates and protein and/or a healthy fat for sustained energy and fullness. Real dairy foods are also electrolyte-rich and hydrating, whether in liquid or solid food form. – Jessica Isaacs
REAL CALIFORNIA MILK HAS PLENTY OF #RICOTTATOAST RECIPES FOR YOU TO TRY: BLACK AND BLUEBERRY RICOTTA GRILLED TOAST, SAVORY RICOTTA TOAST, HONEY RICOTTA TOAST
Q: Cottage cheese seems to be a fixture in a lot of these viral recipes. What about cottage cheese is unique for sport performance or recovery?
A: Consuming a meal or snack that uses cottage cheese made from real milk before bed is another great choice for optimizing recovery, as the cow’s milk in cottage cheese contains casein, a slow digesting protein that can support recovery overnight. – Jessica Isaacs
JUST LIKE THE VIRAL #COTTAGECHEESEICECREAM, CHOCOLATE WHIPPED COTTAGE CHEESE MOUSSE CAN BE A SWEET POST-WORKOUT TREAT: CHOCOLATE WHIPPED COTTAGE CHEESE “MOUSSE”
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