Non-Fat Dry Milk

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Common questions

Is Non-Fat Dry Milk healthy?

Non-Fat Dry Milk scores 70/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. Non-Fat Dry Milk is a processed product that retains high-quality protein and essential nutrients, making it a convenient and long-lasting dairy option.

How processed is Non-Fat Dry Milk?

Non-Fat Dry Milk is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Non-Fat Dry Milk's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Nonfat Dry Milk, Vitamin D3 count in its favor. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Non-Fat Dry Milk

Kroger
70 Good

Analysis updated September 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 2
Harmful ingredients 0
Owned by Kroger
Category Milk
Summary

Non-Fat Dry Milk is a processed product that retains high-quality protein and essential nutrients, making it a convenient and long-lasting dairy option. It is fortified with Vitamin A Palmitate and Vitamin D3, enhancing its nutritional profile by supporting vision, immune function, and bone health. Despite its beneficial ingredients, the processing level limits its score, as it is not as minimally processed as raw or whole milk.

Key ingredients 3

Nonfat Dry Milk
Good

Nonfat dry milk is a source of high-quality protein and essential nutrients. It is processed by removing water from pasteurized skim milk, which preserves its nutritional content. It provides a convenient and long-lasting dairy option without the fat content of whole milk.

Benefits

Rich in protein and essential nutrients like calcium and vitamin D, supporting bone health and muscle maintenance.

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Vitamin D3
Good

Vitamin D3 is an essential nutrient that aids in calcium absorption and bone health. It is often added to dairy products to enhance their nutritional profile. This form of vitamin D is more effective at raising blood levels than other forms.

Benefits

Enhances calcium absorption, supporting bone health and immune function, especially important in regions with limited sunlight exposure.

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Vitamin A Palmitate
Neutral

Standard formulation ingredient — neither beneficial nor harmful at typical use.

Risks

Excessive intake of vitamin A can lead to toxicity, but this is unlikely from fortified foods alone.

Benefits

Supports vision, immune function, and skin health by providing an essential nutrient often lacking in low-fat diets.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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