Common questions

Is REDUCED FAT MILK healthy?

REDUCED FAT MILK scores 95/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — one of the stronger scores in Scout's catalog. Reduced fat milk is a minimally processed product that retains essential nutrients like calcium and protein while having a lower fat content.

How processed is REDUCED FAT MILK?

REDUCED FAT MILK is NOVA Group 1: Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive REDUCED FAT MILK's score?

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

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REDUCED FAT MILK

Name: REDUCED FAT MILK
Brand: Lucerne

Lucerne

Excellent

Analysis updated September 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 1

Harmful ingredients 0

Owned by Albertsons

Category Milk

Summary

Reduced fat milk is a minimally processed product that retains essential nutrients like calcium and protein while having a lower fat content. The addition of vitamins A and D3 enhances its nutritional profile, supporting vision, immune function, and bone health. This product's clean ingredient list and minimal processing contribute to its high rating.

Key ingredients 3

Vitamin D3

Good

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

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Reduced Fat Milk

Neutral

Provides essential nutrients like calcium, protein, and B vitamins, though partially skimmed.

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Vitamin A Palmitate

Neutral

Added to fortify the milk and replace vitamins lost during the reduction of fat.

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Processing

Group 1 · Minimally processed

Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods

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