2% Reduced Fat Milk

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Is 2% Reduced Fat Milk healthy?

2% Reduced Fat Milk scores 85/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — one of the stronger scores in Scout's catalog. This 2% Reduced Fat Milk is minimally processed, retaining its natural nutritional profile with high-quality protein and essential nutrients like calcium and vitamin B12.

How processed is 2% Reduced Fat Milk?

2% Reduced Fat Milk is NOVA Group 1: Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive 2% Reduced Fat Milk's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, 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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2% Reduced Fat Milk

Kroger
85 Excellent

Analysis updated June 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

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

This 2% Reduced Fat Milk is minimally processed, retaining its natural nutritional profile with high-quality protein and essential nutrients like calcium and vitamin B12. The addition of vitamins A and D3 enhances its nutritional value, supporting vision, immune function, and bone health. The product's clean ingredient list and minimal processing contribute to its high rating.

Key ingredients 5

Milk
Good

Milk is a natural source of essential nutrients like calcium and protein, making it a beneficial ingredient for overall health.

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Vitamin D3
Good

Beneficial ingredient — whole-food or functional value in this product class.

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Skim Milk
Neutral

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

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Vitamin A
Neutral

Vitamin A is added to support vision and immune health, but in this context, it is a standard supplement with no strong positive or negative connotations.

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Palmitate
Neutral

Palmitate is a common fat used in fortification, serving as a carrier for vitamins, with no significant positive or negative impact.

Processing

Group 1 · Minimally processed

Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods

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