Semi-skimmed milk

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Common questions

Is Semi-skimmed milk healthy?

Semi-skimmed milk scores 65/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This semi-skimmed milk product is processed and contains added sugar and flavoring, which detract from its nutritional value.

How processed is Semi-skimmed milk?

Semi-skimmed milk is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Semi-skimmed milk's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Semi-skimmed milk counts in its favor; Sugar, Flavor, Stabilizer 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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Semi-skimmed milk

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65 Fair

Analysis updated June 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 1
Harmful ingredients 3
Category Milk
Summary

This semi-skimmed milk product is processed and contains added sugar and flavoring, which detract from its nutritional value. While it provides essential nutrients like protein and calcium, the presence of sugar and flavoring agents, along with a stabilizer, indicates a moderate level of processing. These factors limit its score compared to less processed dairy options.

Key ingredients 6

Semi-skimmed milk
Good

Semi-skimmed milk is a natural source of essential nutrients like calcium and protein, making it a beneficial ingredient for a balanced diet.

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Reduced fat cocoa powder
Neutral

Reduced fat cocoa powder offers flavor with less fat content, but its overall health impact depends on individual dietary needs.

Gellan gum
Neutral

Gellan gum is a common stabilizer used in food products; it is generally considered safe but is a processed additive.

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Sugar
Bad

Sugar adds sweetness but provides empty calories with little nutritional value, which can contribute to health issues if consumed excessively.

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Flavor
Bad

Processed additive flagged under Scout's ingredient doctrine.

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Stabilizer
Bad

Stabilizers are added to improve texture and shelf life but are processed ingredients that some consumers prefer to avoid.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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