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2% MILKFAT REDUCED FAT MILK

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Common questions

Is 2% MILKFAT REDUCED FAT MILK healthy?

2% MILKFAT 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 reduced fat milk is minimally processed and contains only three ingredients: reduced fat milk, vitamin A palmitate, and vitamin D3.

How processed is 2% MILKFAT REDUCED FAT MILK?

2% MILKFAT REDUCED FAT MILK is NOVA Group 1: Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive 2% MILKFAT 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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2% MILKFAT REDUCED FAT MILK

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85 Excellent

Analysis updated May 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 1
Harmful ingredients 0
Owned by Albertsons
Category Milk
Summary

This reduced fat milk is minimally processed and contains only three ingredients: reduced fat milk, vitamin A palmitate, and vitamin D3. It provides essential nutrients such as calcium and protein while maintaining a clean label with no harmful additives. The low level of processing and absence of artificial ingredients contribute to its high rating.

Key ingredients 3

Vitamin D3
Good

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

Benefits

Supports calcium absorption and bone health, helping to prevent deficiencies in populations with limited sun exposure.

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Reduced fat milk
Neutral

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

Benefits

Rich in calcium and protein, supporting bone health and muscle maintenance. Lower fat content can help manage calorie intake while still providing essential nutrients.

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Vitamin A palmitate
Neutral

Vitamin A palmitate is added to fortify milk with vitamin A, which is essential for vision and immune function. It is a synthetic form of vitamin A, commonly used in fortified foods. While it enhances nutritional value, it does not occur naturally in milk.

Risks

Excessive intake of vitamin A palmitate can lead to toxicity, but this is unlikely through normal consumption of fortified foods.

Benefits

Enhances the vitamin A content of milk, supporting vision and immune health.

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Processing

Group 1 · Minimally processed

Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods

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