Common questions

Is 2% Reduced Fat Milk healthy?

2% Reduced Fat Milk scores 80/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This 2% reduced fat milk is minimally processed, retaining essential nutrients such as calcium and vitamin D, which are important for bone health.

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, Vitamin D3, Milk count in its favor. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

2% Reduced Fat Milk

Name: 2% Reduced Fat Milk
Brand: Shamrock Farms

Shamrock Farms

Good

Analysis updated September 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 2

Harmful ingredients 0

Owned by Shamrock Foods Company

Category Milk

Summary

This 2% reduced fat milk is minimally processed, retaining essential nutrients such as calcium and vitamin D, which are important for bone health. The product contains only milk and added vitamins, with no harmful additives or artificial ingredients, making it a healthy choice within its category. The reduction in fat content provides a lower-calorie option while still offering nutritional benefits.