Reduced Fat Milk

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Common questions

Is Reduced Fat Milk healthy?

Reduced Fat Milk scores 60/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This cereal is highly processed and contains a significant amount of added sugar, which contributes to its high calorie content without providing nutritional benefits.

How processed is Reduced Fat Milk?

Reduced Fat Milk is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Reduced Fat Milk's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Niacinamide counts in its favor; Sugar, BHT for freshness are flagged as ingredients of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Reduced Fat Milk

Cream-O-Land
Bioengineered
60 Fair

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

$3.97 · $0.12 / fluid ounce
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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 1
Harmful ingredients 2
Category Milk
Summary

This cereal is highly processed and contains a significant amount of added sugar, which contributes to its high calorie content without providing nutritional benefits. While it is fortified with essential vitamins and minerals, the presence of synthetic preservatives like BHT and the high sugar content are concerning. The product's processing level and the inclusion of refined ingredients limit its overall healthiness despite the added nutrients.

Key ingredients 9

Niacinamide
Good

Vitamin B3 — evidence-backed skin and metabolic benefits.

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Milled corn
Neutral

Milled corn is a basic cereal ingredient providing carbohydrates and energy, with no significant positive or negative impact.

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Malt flavor
Neutral

Malt flavor is used to enhance taste but does not significantly affect the nutritional profile.

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Salt
Neutral

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

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Iron
Neutral

Iron is added to help prevent deficiencies and support blood health, serving as a beneficial nutrient.

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Corbic Acid
Neutral

Part of Vitamin C. Vitamin C is included to support immune health and preserve freshness, providing nutritional value.

Sodium Ascorbate
Neutral

Part of Vitamin C. Vitamin C is included to support immune health and preserve freshness, providing nutritional value.

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Sugar
Bad

Sugar adds sweetness but can contribute to excessive calorie intake and blood sugar spikes if consumed in large amounts.

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BHT for freshness
Bad

BHT is a preservative that some consumers prefer to avoid due to concerns about potential health effects.

Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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