2% Milk

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Is 2% Milk healthy?

2% Milk scores 95/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — one of the stronger scores in Scout's catalog. This 2% milk is minimally processed, retaining essential nutrients such as calcium and protein while having a lower fat content than whole milk.

How processed is 2% Milk?

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

Which ingredients drive 2% 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% Milk

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95 Excellent

Analysis updated September 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 1
Harmful ingredients 0
Owned by Target Corporation
Category Milk
Summary

This 2% milk is minimally processed, retaining essential nutrients such as calcium and protein while having a lower fat content than whole milk. The addition of Vitamin A Palmitate and Vitamin D3 enhances its nutritional profile without introducing harmful additives. Its simple ingredient list and minimal processing contribute to a high health 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, and plays a role in immune system function.

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Reduced Fat Milk
Neutral

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

Benefits

Provides essential nutrients like calcium and protein, supporting bone health and muscle function.

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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 reduced-fat dairy products to replace the vitamin A lost during fat removal. While beneficial for those lacking in vitamin A, it is not naturally occurring in milk.

Risks

Excessive intake of vitamin A can lead to toxicity, but this is unlikely from fortified foods alone.

Benefits

Helps maintain healthy vision and supports immune function.

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Processing

Group 1 · Minimally processed

Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods

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